Coronavirus Updates
Coronavirus Updates
13,800,000 doses later… what we now know about COVID-19 vaccine safety
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recently released a report on the first 30 days of vaccinations using the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
Funding health and safety for Fall River kids — again
The Truesdale Health Foundation will be donating $2500 worth of bicycle helmets to Mass in Motion-Fall River in 2021. The exercise- and health-minded Mass in Motion will distribute approximately 250 helmets to young Fall River bike riders.
Which COVID-19 Vaccine Should I Get?
The SARS CoV-2 virus (commonly called COVID-19) is a coronavirus that is sphere-shaped, contains only ribonucleic acid (RNA) and is covered by spikes that resemble a “corona” (Spanish for crown).
Remember the Flu?
Why bring up influenza when we are amid a pandemic? Among the reasons is the potential seriousness of this seasonal viral infection – something that is easy to forget when COVID-19 is grabbing all the headlines.
The Potential Pandemic on the Horizon And What It Means To You
You may have recently heard about the new Chinese swine flu that has the potential to become a pandemic virus and wondered, what is happening? Have we crossed over into some new territory? The short answer: No.
Government COVID-19 resources for older adults
COVID-19 is a novel disease requiring rapid responses and lifestyle changes on multiple fronts. Learn about government information and resources for the public below. Visit your state health department website for the latest coronavirus information, resources, and...
Everything You Need to Know About Testing for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)
In this blog, I’ll discuss the two types of tests available for SARS-CoV-2 (the agent causing a COVID-19 infection) and their usefulness. In Part II, I’ll discuss the significant limitations of the antibody test. The reverse-transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction...
COVID-19 (Coronavrius) What Will The New Norm Look Like?
What is the new “norm” going to look like? When can we expect it? These are good questions that do not have clear or precise answers. Clearly, as of 4-9-2020, we have not yet reached the peak in cases in Massachusetts or Rhode Island. But, even when we do reach the...
What You Should Know About the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Pandemic
Today’s confusion about COVID-19 is understandable due to the sheer volume of information often expressed in different ways and often mixed with misinformation. For instance, COVID-19 is just one name for the new Coronavirus officially known as SARS-CoV-2. Many...
Coronavirus and the Importance of Hand-washing | Truesdale Health, Fall River MA
Coronavirus Prevention –- Is There a Solution in Hand? Yes. Simple and frequent hand-washing may reduce your chances of contracting the coronavirus as well as the flu and many other diseases. But, as is the case with other hygiene practices, it must be done properly...
