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Nov
Is It a Cold, the Flu, Allergies, or COVID-19?
Originally posted on WebMDby Stephanie WatsonIn the past, a cough or sore throat would have been a pretty obvious sign that you'd caught a cold or the flu. During this year’s cold and flu season, you also have to wonder whether you have COVID-19. It’s an impor...
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Nov
How to Get the COVID Vaccination
The COVID-19 vaccination rollout has begun! Some Americans have already received the vaccine, while many others patiently await their turn. You may be wondering to yourself, “But how do I get immunized for Coronavirus?”Unfortunately, Texas ENT will not be offering th...
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Nov
Your New Year’s ENT Resolution List
Health Resolutions to Have This New YearsNew Year, New YOU. We've made an easy 2021 ENT resolution list to keep you healthy this upcoming year.It’s that time of year again! Time for you to make your New Year’s resolutions. Feel free to include the usual: lose...
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Nov
Self-Confidence During a Pandemic
If you're working remotely, this is probably the most time you’ve ever spent looking at yourself. I spend 4-5 hours a day staring at myself via Zoom. I have picked apart my hairstyle, makeup application, lighting, clothing, and how I hold my head. (Revelation: Don&rsq...
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Nov
Get Zoom Ready
Remember when we used to get up in the morning, jump in the shower, guzzle down a cup of coffee, rush out the door, and then deal with real 3D people? Yeah, me neither. But we did it. Also, try to remember what it was like to interact with others without having to stare back at y...
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Nov
How to Find Gratitude During a Pandemic Holiday Season
Here we are - our first official quarantined holiday season. It's easy to sit back and rattle off why this year is so much more complicated than holidays of years gone by, but what would that do? Just cause more stress and negativity, in our opinion. This year, take t...
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Nov
Quarantine 15? What to Do About Weight Gain During the Pandemic
Originally published on Yale Medicine by Kathy KatellaIt's easy to see how you might gain weight during the pandemic, especially if you are spending most of your time at home. Comfort food recipes have been trending on Google. (There is so much baking going on, supermarket...
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Nov
Staying Healthy During Inactive Times
The quarantine has offered a lot of new experiences - some good and some bad. Many of us have enjoyed a lower gas bill but miss social interactions. Others welcome the alone time while others are practically jumping out of their skin for some human contact. One thing that m...
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A Productive and Healthy Quarantined Holiday
The holiday season is upon us. With temperatures dropping and a stubborn pandemic, how can we utilize the time inside to our advantage regarding health and wellness? We've got you covered. Here are a few suggestions on how you can stay happy, healthy, and sane during our fi...
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Nov
Flu virus’ best friend: low humidity
By Ziba KashefYale researchers have pinpointed a key reason why people are more likely to get sick and even die from flu during winter months: low humidity.While experts know that cold temperatures and low humidity promote transmission of the flu virus, less is understood abou...
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