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It was March 25, 2020, just as New York had gone into lockdown as the emerging epicenter of the pandemic, when a healthcare professional I'd never met in real life presented me with an impossible choice. Either I'd risk dying in my sleep of what she called a possible pulmonary embolism or head to an emergency room where COVID-19 was rampantly spreading like wildfire. "It could be a panic attack," the doctor said, adding, "I'd suggest you'd go to the ER to rule out a blood clot." Maskless along with hundreds of others, I'd just returned home a few days prior on a flight from London, where I was visiting my boyfriend. Then, COVID-19 came for New York, replacing its usual bustle with an eerie stillness. It was a taste of things to come when we were greeted on the jet bridge with a fleet of nurses to take everyone's temperature. This long, international flight was the reason the doctor thought a blood clot might have caused the incident and urged...

Norristown, PA - Pennsylvania Department of Health officials today provided an update on 2021-2022 flu season and encouraged Pennsylvanians to get a flu vaccine as soon as possible.    "With the growing number of flu cases amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to remind Pennsylvanians to take preventative measures, including getting a flu vaccine to protect themselves, their family and communities from the flu this season," Pennsylvania Physician General Dr. Denise Johnson said. "If you do become sick with the flu, it is imperative that you stay home. If you are at risk for developing serious complications from the flu, or feel extremely ill, you should see a medical professional immediately to determine your need for testing or isolation." Flu activity is high across the commonwealth. As of Jan. 18, there have been 28,475 laboratory-confirmed flu cases. There are flu cases in all 67 counties. Influenza A and B have been identified by laboratory t...

Mental illness is defined as changes to an individual's behavior, emotional response, or thinking that lead to distress or problems functioning in social situations, work, or family life. Mental health issues are common, with millions of people affected each year. Experts estimate that 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year. There are many different types of mental illnesses, ranging from anxiety and depressive disorders to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These mental disorders are diagnosed and treated based on criteria outlined in the  Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition  ( DSM-5 ) issued by the American Psychiatric Association. This article will outline the most common mental health disorders in a comprehensive list. Martin Dimitrov / E+ / Getty Images What Causes Mental Illness? There is no singular cause of mental il...

Helminths are parasitic worms that can infect humans and other animals. There are three types of helminths: flukes (trematodes), tapeworms (cestodes), and roundworms (nematodes). When these worms get into the human body, they can cause parasitic infection, which appears as intestinal worms. This infection is known as helminthiasis, although it's sometimes called helminthosis or simply a worm infection.  SCIEPRO / Getty Images Helminths are most common in areas that have moist, warm climates and poor sanitation. When worms are in someone's intestines, that person passes eggs through their stool. As the feces come into contact with soil, the eggs can spread. People can contract the infection if the infested soil reaches their mouths, often through dirty hands. In the case of hookworm, the parasite matures in the soil and is passed when a person walks over the soil with bare feet. Some people with helminthiasis have no symptoms. ...

Getting your Flu Shot at Roseville Kaiser Permanente Roseville, Calif.- It has never been easier for Kaiser Permanente members to protect themselves against the flu with flu shots offered at facilities in Roseville and across the the greater Sacramento region. The flu is a serious illness, so do everything you can to prevent it. A flu shot (or nasal spray) is your best defense. The vaccine is safe – it generally has few side effects and won't make you sick. Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccination each year. Flu vaccines are now available at no charge to Kaiser Permanente members when given at a Kaiser Permanente medical facility. Roseville Flu Shot Clinics (subject to change) Roseville Medical Center 1600 Eureka Rd, Roseville, CA 95660 Get Directions Drive-up (outdoors): Not available at this location Walk-up (outdoors): Not available at this location Walk-in (indoors) Starting Sept 27, 2021 Mon to Sat: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Building C, 1st floor, Conference Room C10...

Roseola infantum is an infection caused by a type of herpes virus. It typically affects babies and toddlers. Other names for this health issue are sixth disease, exanthema subitum, or just "roseola." Around 90% of roseola cases occur before 2 years of age. This article summarizes how to identify roseola and how to tell the difference between this illness and measles. It also examines whether treatment is necessary. Roseola usually affects toddlers and babies under 2 years old . They may also have or show: general discomfort irritability an unwillingness to eat diarrhea a cough swelling or redness around the eyes ear pain swollen glands Roseola has a distinctive progression : A high fever develops, possibly suddenly, and may last for 3–5 days. A distinctive rash appears, usually on the torso, as the fever ends. The rash may progress to the neck, face, and limbs within 12–24 hours. The rash disappears after 1–2 days. The roseola rash may look like small pink spots or bumps tha...

Investment company Bradley & Co. Private Wealth Management, LLC (Current Portfolio) buys iShares iBonds Dec 2030 Term Corporate ETF, iShares iBonds Dec 2031 Term Corporate ETF, iShares iBonds Dec 2026 Term Corporate ETF, Invesco BulletShares 2029 Corporate Bond ETF, iShares iBonds Dec 2028 Term Muni Bond ETF, sells iShares iBonds 2023 Term High Yield and Income ETF, iShares iBonds Dec 2021 Term Corporate ETF, iShares iBonds Dec 2024 Term Muni Bond ETF, iShares MSCI USA ESG Optimized ETF, Invesco BulletShares 2021 High Yield Corporate Bon during the 3-months ended 2021Q4, according to the most recent filings of the investment company, Bradley & Co. Private Wealth Management, LLC. As of 2021Q4, Bradley & Co. Private Wealth Management, LLC owns 168 stocks with a total value of $125 million. These are the details of the buys and sells. New Purchases: IBDV, IBDW, XBI, ILMN, BSCU, BSCS, STIP, Added Positions: DIS, SBUX, CMF, BRK.B, JPM, IBDR, BSCT, TIP, AGG, IBMQ, AMZ...