Let me first apologize for yet another COVID-19 message but I do believe it is important that you know what we are doing to prepare for the inevitability of this virus spreading and have taken preventative steps to calm unnecessary fears about it. We believe that you shouldn't live your life in fear. Be educated and take smart precautions!
I'll cut right to the chase because I know how we are all exhausted from these COVID-19 emails.
Here are the steps and precautions we are currently taking in an abundance of caution within our offices:
1. We have removed the sign in sheet to reduce shared contact between patients. We will be asking patients to "verbally sign in" by giving the front desk their first and last name and requested doctor.
2. We have a hand sanitizing station set up in the front lobby with signage that require patients to either use it or proceed to the restroom to wash their hands properly. We appreciate your cooperation with this very important step.
3. There will be a sign on the mirror that explains proper hand washing procedure.
4. Regular cleaning and sanitizing already happens in between each patient with the tables/arm rests/head rests. We are expanding this to include regular sanitizing of the door handles as well as other commonly touched surfaces.
5. Several times throughout the day we will be performing a "deep cleaning" of all surfaces that are in regular contact with hands including door handles, instruments, computer equipment, chair armrests, etc.
6. We have propped open doors and removed nonessential touch points throughout the clinic.
We will not be closing our office during this time to ensure that you will have access to the care you need to support your immune system. The best way you can keep yourself healthy is to continue your regular treatments to reduce stress and pain on your body in addition to Dr. Wine's recommendation for boosting your immune system below.
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And finally here is what you should be doing to best protect yourself from getting any virus according to a leading Holistic Physician and owner of Wine Holistic Health Center, Dr. Sara Wine, DO:
As far as preventing yourself from getting the Coronavirus or any virus, the key is to boost your immune system. This is how:
1. Get a minimum of 7-8 hours of sleep a night – helps keep your immune cells healthy
2. Avoid sugary foods – sugar/carbs help viruses and bacteria to grow
3. Wash your hands for a minimum of 30 seconds with soap and hot water
4. Don’t touch your face or nose after washing your hands.
5. Avoid shaking hands with people.
6. Wipe down surfaces that are frequently touched by others – door handles, etc.
7. Drink bone broth daily – helps your gut immunity – our first immune line of defense.
8. Eat healthy – organic vegetable and fruits, grass-fed meats/poultry,
9. Avoid sugary drinks, “sports drinks”, alcohol – see #2
10. If you are sick, stay home, rest, recover, and hydrate.
11. Take vitamin D, C, Zinc, and a probiotic daily
**These recommendations are not intended for pregnant women, women trying to conceive, or children. Please work with your primary care provider to make sure these doses are safe specifically for your individual healthcare needs.
If you start to have symptoms of respiratory illness and fever, here are my immediate recommendations for adults.
1. Take Vitamin A 100,000 iu daily with a meal for 4 days**
2. Take Vitamin D3 50,000 iu daily with a meal for 4 days**
3. Take Vitamin C 4,000 mg daily x 4 days** (if you have diarrhea then back down your dose to bowel tolerance)
4. Stay home, quarantine yourself, hydrate with clear liquids and bone broth, and follow the above guidelines.
5. If you are short of breath, not improving, or getting significantly worse – I am recommending you call your primary care doctor, or go to the Emergency room. It is recommended that if you go to the ER to call ahead. Please keep in mind that the emergency rooms will be overloaded and it is recommended that you only consider the ER if you have life-threatening symptoms as most symptoms of viral illness can be managed at home under doctor guidance.
Serving you,
Dr. Wine and the team at Wine Holistic Health Center.
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Our team at DCG will be here for you as always through this time. Please lean on us for help keeping you well.
Yours In Health,
The Doctors at Duncan Chiropractic Group
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