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Don’t Look for an On/Off Switch

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 22 Mar 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Public Health Pandemic response Vaccination Risk mitigation Emotional Wellbeing
  1. Get comfortable living in the gray: Assess everyday risks, mitigate them, and make changes gradually to protect health and wellbeing.
  2. Vaccines are very effective: They prevent death and severe disease, reduce transmission, even against variants, but it's important for unvaccinated people to mitigate risks and practice caution.
  3. Reentry is a process: Expect it to take time and be patient with yourself and others as you ease back into normalcy, taking small steps and following recommended safety measures.

Collect Your Covid Cliff Notes

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 18 Mar 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination COVID-19 Immunity Pregnancy Breastfeeding
  1. Currently available vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson) effectively prevent death, hospitalization, and severe disease from COVID-19, transforming it into a milder illness.
  2. The vaccines demonstrate high efficacy in the real world, significantly reducing rates of death, hospitalization, and overall cases.
  3. Vaccines work well against current variants, especially when wide vaccination coverage is achieved; masking and distancing are still important, even for vaccinated individuals.

Check Your Mental Health

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 11 Mar 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health COVID-19 Vaccination Self-care
  1. Facing the transition to normalcy post-pandemic can lead to anxiety or FONO (Fear of Normal).
  2. Vaccinated individuals can engage in essential activities like hugging and visiting loved ones with low risk of transmission.
  3. It's vital to prioritize mental health, engage in self-care, and talk about emotional experiences when dealing with changes and reentry.

Sort Through the Facts, and Take Only What you Need

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 04 Mar 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Vaccination Physical health Science Rest
  1. Filter through news and focus on facts that are actionable, like personal behaviors and vaccinations.
  2. Navigating the pandemic's uncertainties requires gradual adjustments and nuanced approach, not sudden changes.
  3. Positive outlook on vaccines and science, encourage self-care, trust in experts, and the power of community to combat COVID-19.
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Health is More Than the Absence of Disease

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 18 Feb 21
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Vaccination Risk mitigation Health Benefits Decision-making
  1. Vaccination against COVID-19 aims to prevent disease for the individual and transmission to protect others. The available vaccines have shown strong protection against severe disease and death.
  2. Recent data suggests that COVID-19 vaccines not only protect against the disease but also reduce transmission. Vaccination plays a crucial role in combating the pandemic.
  3. Health extends beyond just avoiding illness. Mitigating risks, making informed decisions, and considering broader needs are essential components of overall health.

Fight the Three “F”s - Fatigue, Frustration, and Fear

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 01 Feb 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Physical health Vaccination Precautions Pandemic
  1. Fight against fatigue, frustration, and fear during the ongoing pandemic. It's important to manage these emotions to stay mentally healthy.
  2. Educate yourself about the benefits of vaccination along with following safety measures. Hope rooted in science is crucial.
  3. Stay positive, celebrate good news, and continue practicing safety measures like mask-wearing and hand hygiene. The pandemic is not over, but progress is being made.

Test Negative, Stay Positive, and Enjoy Good News When it’s Real

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jan 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Vaccination Anxiety Science
  1. Misinformation and negative spin on real scientific information are contributing to an epidemic of anxiety.
  2. Current vaccines work against new variants, but full compliance with risk mitigation measures is crucial for safety.
  3. Vaccination is a ticket to a better future, even though we still need to adhere to safety protocols until we are certain about preventing transmission.

Mind the Mutations

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Health Updates Preventive measures Vaccination Testing
  1. Viruses naturally mutate to survive and reproduce, and the COVID-19 variants are more contagious but not more lethal.
  2. We need to strictly adhere to mask-wearing, social distancing, and other risk mitigation measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
  3. The Pfizer vaccine is effective against the current variants, and widespread vaccination and testing are essential to combat COVID-19.

Take Stock of Where we are

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 04 Jan 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical Mental health Prevention Treatment Vaccination
  1. We know more about treating severe COVID-19, including using supplemental oxygen, dexamethasone, remdesivir, and blood thinners to help hospitalized patients.
  2. For early COVID-19 at home, it's advisable to monitor symptoms, take vitamin D and zinc, rest, hydrate, and get monoclonal antibodies within the first 7-10 days after symptom onset.
  3. To prevent COVID-19, remember MOSHPIT: Masks, Outdoors, Social distancing, Handwashing, Personal responsibility, Information, and Talk to your doctor.

Hold on to Hope

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 16 Dec 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Immunity COVID-19
  1. Getting the COVID-19 vaccine can bring feelings of joy, relief, and gratitude, offering hope for a future without the constant worry of the virus.
  2. The duration of immunity from the vaccine and the need for continued mask-wearing are still uncertain, requiring more data and time for observation.
  3. The vaccine administration prioritizes certain groups, individuals with allergies may need to be cautious, and those who have had COVID-19 may still benefit from getting vaccinated.

Trust Science, Get Vaccinated

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 09 Dec 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Immunity
  1. Prioritize getting vaccinated for COVID-19 as it's proven to be 95% effective with an excellent safety profile.
  2. Continue practicing safe behaviors such as wearing masks and distancing until widespread vaccination is achieved.
  3. Encourage others to get vaccinated, stay informed with facts, and be prepared for a winter of adjustments in social gatherings.

Get your Flu Shot

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 24 Aug 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Medical Vaccination Infections Prevention Treatment
  1. Flu season in the U.S. generally starts in October and can last till early spring, with a peak in December.
  2. The effectiveness of the flu vaccine varies from 20-60%, but even with lower effectiveness, it can still significantly reduce morbidity and mortality.
  3. Getting a flu shot this year is especially critical to prevent overwhelming the healthcare system and helping to manage both flu and COVID-19.