Iodine is an essential mineral found in many foods, such as seafood. The thyroid gland uses iodine to make thyroid hormones, which help control growth, repair damaged cells, and support a healthy metabolism Iodine is not considered an allergen (ie, triggers an allergic response) since it occurs naturally in the body. However, some medications, solutions, or concentrations […]
The CDC recommends we consider using ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) as a supplement to help inactivate SARS-CoV-2, especially if options for increasing room ventilation are limited. Here are some notes on its use and risks, particularly to the eyes. If it is used in a home or school it is important to not look at the
Convalescent Plasma Works to Treat COVID-19. Doctors know it works despite misgivings discussed below. Doing a randomized, controlled study will take months to be published and replicated. There is a variability of Convalescent Plasma quality among donors but it is very safe and generally effective. I would want safe (ie, it is usually checked anyway
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I’m looking for data to show that clear face masks that are surrounded by cloth (ie, think donut holes in cloth mask is clear plastic) is equal or better to cloth masks or surgical masks. I don’t think the study has been done. I know some professors that are choosing to use these types of
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Many people are working around the clock to find the best treatment option for COVID. I was speaking recently to a friend about how his shift starts at 4am for the for the COVID vaccine trials he is involved in. Everyone needs to do some research to see what you are comfortable with trying or
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The online, virtual schooling fall back that most schools resorted to in the Spring seemed needed at the time when the fear of COVID-19 was at its peak. We now have a great deal more data to indicate that schools should not be closed to help contain the spread of the virus. The below review
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There are many treatment options to prevent COVID and treat it. I am not sure why more doctors are not speaking out about this and why the ones that do speak out are being shot down. I agree with the below. These are generally safe drugs to treat COVID. All drugs have potential side effects.
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There are very few heat masks just for the eyes. Most Bruder masks keep the heat only for a few minutes. This is the best one thus far byWizard Research, in my opinion, as it keeps the heat for 30minutes. It can get very hot but is controllable so be sure to not burn your
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Has anyone tried Breast Milk for Dry Eyes in humans in a study? Not that I can find, but it has been done in rats (see reference 1 **) There are many reports of moms using breast milk for their own eye issues like conjunctivitis and their kids. I also have a friend that used
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