The weblinks below provide access to current national and local health information, resources and recommendations regarding COVID-19 and your health. Just press on the blue text!
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https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2023/what-to-know-about-the-updated-covid-1...
CDC: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Salt Lake County Health Department COVID-19 weblinks:
Other Salt Lake Area Health Resources
- Safety Net Clinics
- Dental Resource List
- Utah Partners in Health, Providing Access to Healthcare for Those in Need
- Homeless Services: Medical, Dental and Optical
- Free and Low Cost Health Clinic Locations in Salt Lake City
- Ubicaciones de clínicas de salud gratuitas y de bajo costo en Salt Lake City
Podcasts on the science surrounding COVID-19
CIDRAP, the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, works to prevent illness and death from targeted infectious disease threats through research and the translation of scientific information into real-world, practical applications, policies, and solutions. Find the latest health news: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/
Dr. Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, infectious disease expert, provides a weekly report on the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Osterholm is the director of CIDRAP and has spent a career investigating outbreaks. Since 2005, he has emphasized supply chain and other vulnerabilities and a critical need for pandemic preparedness. Dr. Osterholm's podcasts as he dissects the latest COVID-19 news, data, and guidance: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-osterholm-update-covid-19/id1504360345
Additional Resources from the New York Times or MedScape Medical News
- Interactive map on COVID-19: Coronavirus in the U.S.: Latest Map and Case Count
Track Covid-19 in your area, and get the latest state and county data on cases, deaths, hospitalizations, tests ... - Omicron: What We Know About the New Coronavirus Variant
In just a few weeks since its discovery, Omicron has turned out to be highly transmissible and less susceptible ... - Long Term COVID-19 (50 Symptoms):
See: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/973598
USA Government Insurance Resources
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- Yoga Classes (W at 9 am): Maysa 801-694-7788
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- Migun Bed or Chair Massage (fully clothed) Monday through Thursday 8am -3pm Walk-ins welcome!
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COVID-19
COVID-19 (seen in this artist’s representation) by DAVID S. GOODSELL, RCSB PROTEIN DATA BANK
To tackle the new coronavirus, scientists are accelerating the vaccine p...
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Experiential Report - Omicron COVID-19
Symptoms of Omicron (lasting 3-7 days):
begins with headaches
diarrhea
itchy and/or sore throat
lungs/muscles aching
mucus buildup; major swollen glands
unproductive cough
runny nose (in back more than in front)
burning skin - hurts to the touch
sneezing and itchy eyes and sinus nose
struggling for breath; especially laying flat at night
You may consider making an appointment and going
to your clinic or doctor to get a COVID-19 test.
State of Utah DOH recommendations are:
If you have COVID-19 SYMPTOMS, stay home until:
• You have been fever-free for 24 hours without using medicine to lower your fever,
• Your symptoms have improved for 24 hours,
• It has been at least 5 days from the day you tested positive; and you have one day without any symptoms.
S l o w down, rest, and take care of your health!
GET THE LATEST NEWS ON MONKEY POX
See: https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/symptoms/index.html
"Release Stress & Anxiety" During Pandemic & Beyond
For All - To Speak with a Trained Crisis Counselor:
National Distress Crisis Hotline - Call or Text: 1-800-985-5990
Call as often as you need to talk, get coping strategies and resources!
For Kids/Youth Mental Health & Wellness:
See: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/parental-resources/index....
For Adults Mental Health & Wellness:
See: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/cope-with-stress/index.html
See Also: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/care-for-yourself/index.html
See Also: https://www.cdc.gov/howrightnow/gratitude/
See: https://www.choosingtherapy.com/meditation-podcasts/
See: https://www.choosingtherapy.com/meditation-podcasts/
Search: Women's Meditation Network:
Multiple Free Subscriptions including podcasts
See: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/best-meditation-podcasts
https://triggerhub.org/featuredarticles/10-mens-mental-health-podcast-re...
Ten Mindful Movements by Thich Nhat Hhan
See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mz-dJFkmrk
Want to Go to Free Yoga Classes? Try These 6 Options:
Senior Centers offer free Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Stretch and Yoga Classes
Remember, if in a crowd, wear an N95 mask and social distance!
