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Thank you to assuage for sending me over a new seat protector!
This is a great gift for any one who is traveling during this unprecedented time!
This ultra cozy seat protector is an affordable way to make sure you are protected from germs.
I am not doing any traveling right now but I will definitely be using it when I do. Especially flying.
It is designed to fit most seats as well!
Washable Fleece in the Ultra Cozy
We wanted to make sure the Ultra Cozy is made out of a material that can be easily and effectively machine washed. Laundering garments can be a simple and powerful way to limit the spread of Covid-19.
And if you dont like blue it also comes in pink!
I was recently sent two Tru47 Masks and also their moisture rich soap and hand and body lotion.
Tru47:
What’s upfront is what we stand for. TRU47® is a company founded on integrity, dedicated to quality and motivated by the real deal, staying TRU to our nature in everything we do.
The 47 in our name honors one of nature’s most noble elements, silver, known in scientific circles as Ag47, and renowned for its naturally effective antibacterial properties. From spritzes and sprays to Stellarcleenz wipes and wraps, our family of products are inspired with your health in mind. And silver is the common thread that weaves them all together.
TRU47® Putting the power of nature’s first true antimicrobial to work for you.
First impression of the masks is that they are light weight. But after wearing them for a few days my favourite part about them is how breathable they are! They are so much better than most masks for breathing! I absolutely love that!
They are also antimacrobial which is amazing!
The two masks that they sent me are:
You can find out more about the masks via their site:
For me they are a 10/10 based on all of the masks I have tried. They would be my first recommendation.
About the brand:
All TRU47 offerings are made of the highest quality 99.99% pure ionically bathed silver, plated on to superior ripstop nylon. (It is not the inferior coated particle process known as nanotechnology).
Silver is scientifically proven to be a powerful anti-microbial. Innovative new styles additionally feature 99.99% pure Copper outer layers Copper is a known anti-viral deterrent, providing an extra layer preferable by some in highly populated environments.
Each TRU47 silver face mask is not N95, medical, or surgical coverings. Further, they are not CDC approved to protect against COVID-19 virus. Rather, they are designed with care and style to provide face coverage while inside or outdoors when social distancing.
All are detailed for comfortable wear and are breathable making them useable for longer wear. A core benefit is that every style is re-useable without washing repeatedly, making them very cost-effective and environmentally thoughtful.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
First off I just want to thank everyone for your support this year! I truly appreciate each and every one of you!
This blog is something I have been doing for years - I plan on shifting gears here. Lately I have been posting mostly press releases but I want to share more.
With that being said I am going to go back to my blogging roots. I will be not only posting press releases but I will be doing:
Reviews
Prep Updates
Competition Tips
Nutrition Advice
And more updates about me and competing (a log if you may).
Pharmacists Provide Over 1 Million Flu Shots to Albertans
Preparing for COVID-19 Vaccine
EDMONTON, AB, Dec. 22, 2020 /CNW/ - Alberta's community pharmacists have provided over 1 Million flu shots in less than eight weeks while at the same time instituting COVID-19 protocols into their practices. Pharmacists have become the primary immunizers in the province, having provided 78% of all flu shots this year. When refrigerator stable COVID-19 vaccines become available, pharmacists will be well prepared to meet the vaccination expectations of the province's 4.5 Million people.
Community pharmacists have a proven, robust, and safe vaccine program for public health vaccination. Since 2009, Alberta pharmacists have participated in the Influenza Immunization Program by offering publicly funded vaccination, close to peoples' homes, in over 1500 pharmacies across the province. Alberta is the national leader for pharmacist administered vaccines.
This year, in an effort to mitigate a potential twin-demic, one of both circulating influenza and COVID-19 virus, over 4600 community pharmacists went to work to ensure the public would receive their flu shot in a timely manner. Pharmacists implemented measures to ensure appropriate physical distancing, masking, and hand-hygiene, as well as investments in infrastructure to support symptom screening and appointment scheduling using online virtual care systems. Consequently, Alberta has yet to identify a single lab-confirmed case of influenza in the province.
Community pharmacists recognize that early vaccine products, such as the Pfizer vaccine, have storage and mobility requirements that limit this vaccine to being administered at Alberta Health Services facilities. However, there are additional vaccine candidates with better stability at refrigerator temperatures awaiting approval by Health Canada. These are ideal for use by Alberta's existing community pharmacy infrastructure for broad distribution.
In the interim, community pharmacists continue to meet their patients' healthcare needs in-person and using virtual care technologies. With vaccines beginning to arrive in the province, many people are turning to their pharmacist as their trusted source for information about COVID-19 vaccine. When COVID-19 vaccine becomes available in pharmacies, community pharmacists are well prepared to:
Facilitate a targeted vaccination approach in all areas of the province;
Talk to individuals about vaccine concerns and hesitancy and;
Support vaccine efficacy through dose scheduling and monitoring for safety.
Alberta's pharmacists continue to support their patients in their communities during the pandemic. The Alberta Pharmacists' Association is committed to ensuring that all community pharmacists will be able to offer COVID-19 vaccination, regardless of corporate affiliation, in a way that benefits every Albertan across the province.
For two decades, the Alberta Pharmacists' Association (RxA) has been a champion for pharmacists in Alberta. We play an integral role in expanding pharmacists' practice, and we continue to advocate on their behalf towards excellence in patient care.
SOURCE Alberta Pharmacists' Association
Injured at the Gym? How to Straighten out Your Spine in No Time
Gym-related injuries are extremely common. Every year, thousands of people hurt their back while working out. To overcome the pain, they are forced to make a few lifestyle changes. Here are some tips on how to straighten out your spine.
Switch to a Different Mattress
Contrary to common belief, an extremely soft mattress doesn’t have any long-term health benefits. After sustaining a back injury, you need a firm mattress that fully supports your spine. Over time, you’ll should gradually begin to experience less pain. It’s also important to sleep in an ideal position at night. Most experts suggest sleeping on your side with your hips and knees bent. This helps further reduce the amount of stress placed upon your spine.
Stretch Daily
You should make stretching a part of your daily routine. When sitting or lying in one spot for long periods of time, the spine can stiffen up. This increases the likelihood of you experiencing discomfort. Your body naturally craves movement. Upon waking up in the morning, develop a habit of doing a few light stretches. Some of the simplest activities including shoulder rolls, overhead stretches, and pelvic lifts.
Visit a Professional
While there are some at-home treatments that can help straighten your spine, nothing beats being able to be evaluated by a licensed professional. An experienced physician can quickly determine the specific source of your trouble. After you’ve been examined and X-rayed, the doctor may suggest minimally invasive spine surgery. Because the surrounding tissues and muscles won’t be impacted, your recovery will be a lot quicker.
Adjust Your Diet
Nutrition plays a major role in keeping your spine strong. Vitamin D is extremely critical. While sunlight naturally triggers the body to produce vitamin D, most people aren’t outdoors as much during the winter. This means they may need to take a daily vitamin D supplement. Calcium is just important. Among the foods rich in the mineral include kale, spinach, sardines, mild, and cheese. Boron and magnesium are two other minerals that people tend to lack in their diet.
Check Your Footwear
Footwear can have a big impact on spine health. Always may sure your shoes are supportive and properly fitted. Studies have shown that flip-flops and high heels tend to unnecessary pressure on the back. It’s also important to throw away your athletic shoes after they’ve gotten old.
When your back begins to experience pain, never wait to take action. Your spine impacts your ability to move freely. Attempting to fight through the discomfort will only make things worse.
Ontario's Doctors Answer Top 10 COVID-19 Vaccine Questions
TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2020 /CNW/ - Getting a COVID-19 vaccination will be one of the most important and effective things Ontarians can do to stop the pandemic once vaccines become widely available. Ontario's doctors are sharing their expert advice to ensure Ontarians have the information they need to keep their families safe and healthy.
Here are the Top 10 COVID-19 Vaccine Questions and Answers:
Who will get the vaccine first? The federal framework identifies four groups who will receive the vaccine first: long-term care workers and essential caregivers, long-term care residents, those over the age of 80 and Indigenous communities.
Where will we go to get the vaccine? When is it our turn? The vaccine was initially distributed at specific centres across the province (starting with The Ottawa Hospital and University Health Network in Toronto). Vaccine programs will roll out in long-term care facilities, rural and remote areas, and local communities in the coming months as more vaccines are approved and become available.
Why do we need two shots, and when can we consider ourselves protected? The level of immune response begins to show 10-14 days after the first dose, but clinical trials show that to receive the best response and optimal immunity, two doses are required 21 days apart.
What will I feel like after the vaccine? What are the side effects? You can expect to feel similar to what you feel after receiving the flu vaccine. In the short-term, you may experience minor symptoms such as localized swelling or pain at the injection site. You can also feel unwell or get a headache or fever that lasts a few days.
I have heard that people who have experienced anaphylaxis or allergies should not take the vaccine? Who else should not take the vaccine? Health Canada recommends those who have experienced anaphylaxis should avoid the vaccine only if they've had an allergic reaction to the first dose of the two-dose regime, or those allergic to one of the components. The National Advisory Committee on Immunization recommends women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also avoid the vaccine. If you have specific questions regarding your eligibility, ask your doctor.
How does this vaccine work and what do we know about this new technology? After receiving the vaccine, your body makes a protein to trick your body into thinking it's infected. Your body generates an antibody, an immune response it will remember if it encounters the virus in the future. While this is a new vaccine, it is not new technology. The messenger RNA response has been used for other medical treatments.
How long will this vaccine protect us? Will we need to get it annually like the flu shot? How is the COVID-19 vaccine different from the flu vaccine? We do not know yet how long it will protect us, but the vaccine will continue to be studied to understand if we require annual vaccines, as we do with the flu shot. The flu vaccine triggers an immune response with a weakened or inactivated virus, whereas the COVID-19 vaccine allows our cells to make a protein that triggers an immune response and produce antibodies that protects us from getting infected.
Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe? All vaccine candidates are heavily scrutinized in clinical trials and by Health Canada. The approval process is rigorous. Even after approval, Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada continue to monitor the safety and effectiveness of vaccines.
Why are children not eligible for this vaccine? How will we achieve herd immunity if we cannot vaccinate children for another year? The vaccine is approved for people 16 years of age and older. Clinical trials are underway for those aged 12 to 15, and under 12. It is likely children will be involved in Phase Three of the vaccine distribution (later this year) as further studies are completed.
How soon after getting the vaccine can we return to life before COVID-19? It may take months or even years to see a dramatic decline in cases following the vaccine. Until we see a significant impact on the pandemic, public health and all levels of government will continue to mandate COVID-19 precautions such as physical distancing, wearing masks and frequent hand washing.
Should I get the vaccine? Yes. Ontario's doctors trust this vaccine because it works well and I safe so we encourage the public to receive the vaccine when they are able to. Protect yourself and protect others. Ask your doctor to learn more.
If you would like to learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, Ontario's doctors will be releasing a series of videos from its expert panel on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine, visit AskOntarioDoctors.ca.
About the OMA
The Ontario Medical Association represents Ontario's 43,000-plus physicians, medical students and retired physicians, advocating for and supporting doctors while strengthening the leadership role of doctors in caring for patients. Our vision is to be the trusted voice in transforming Ontario's health-care system.
SOURCE Ontario Medical Association
Health Professionals Petition CDC for Guidance: Americans Use Nasal Sprays to Combat COVID-19 Pandemic; Doctors Use in Treating Patients
“Studies show nasal spray use reduces risk of COVID-19 transmission and infection”
(Washington, DC)—Today, a consortium of 15 doctors, nurses and other public health professionals petitioned the Centers for Disease Control to issue Guidance calling on: Americans to use nasal sprays to combat the COVID-19 pandemic; and doctors to use them in treating COVID-19 patients.
The petition in particular calls on CDC to tell Americans to use nasal sprays as part of a layered defense against COVID-19. “You wash your hands; you should wash your nose, too. You wear a mask and social distance; you should do that and use a nasal spray,” said Dr. Alonzo Jones, one of the petitioners, and an inventor of one of the studied nasal sprays.
“In fact, we have more data supporting the use of nasal sprays against COVID-19 than we had supporting the use of masks and social distancing when CDC told Americans to do those things,” Dr. Mark Cannon, another petitioner, said. “These nasal sprays are inexpensive, non-invasive, safe, easy to use and you can get them off-the-shelf at your local store. It’s pure commonsense,” Cannon added.
“We have data showing that certain nasal sprays don’t just wash away the virus. Certain sprays actually block, deactivate and/or kill the virus,” said Dr. Gustavo Ferrer, a respiratory illness expert who has conducted research on the use of nasal sprays to combat COVID-19, and is among the petitioners.
As a result, the petition calls specifically for CDC Guidance to focus on the use of nasal sprays that contain Xylitol and grapefruit seed extract. Recent studies have found that these natural components used together are antiviral (they block SARS-CoV-2 adhesion to the nasal membrane) and virucidal (they kill or deactivate the virus). One such spray, Xlear, is currently widely available in the US. Xlear has been used by millions of people worldwide, over twenty-plus years, without any adverse effects reported.
Additionally, a new, small clinical study found Xlear lessens the severity and shortens the duration of COVID-19 illnesses, and reduces the risk of further transmission, which is why the petition calls for guidance to doctors to use it as an adjunct to current treatments.
It has been a hot minute! Sorry for my absence! But Im back! Heres a short episode about life, where I have been, covid lockdowns and staying on track during this tough time.
