You’ve no doubt heard of Lyme disease – a tic-borne illness that’s challenging to diagnose and treat – but have you heard of “lime disease”? Sometimes referred to as Margarita Dermatitis, it is usually seen in summer or during the winter cruise season. Yes, it’s a thing. It can easily be misdiagnosed as a fungal […]
“Physician, heal thyself”: how this acupuncturist stays well
People often ask me how I take care of myself. “You’re an acupuncturist; do you give yourself acupuncture?” The answer is yes and no. No, I do not usually needle myself because I cannot always perceive myself objectively, so I prefer to have another trusted acupuncturist treat me. It’s nice to be taken care of, […]
Wash your mask! Wash your face! The how and why of mask hygiene.
As a health care professional, I have triple-layer disposable masks for when I see patients, and re-usable cloth masks with filters for trips to the grocery store, post office, outdoor exercise and other short errands. But as the months have worn on, with cases increasing daily, masks will continue to be an indispensable accessory, so […]
We both wear masks, use hand sanitizer before pulses and 11 more steps for safety during acupuncture
You are already a sophisticated user of acupuncture, so you know it will help you get through the Covid-19 pandemic and economic crisis by fortifying your body, mind and spirit. Staying healthy and as resilient as possible is even more important now. So I want to tell you about safety steps I’m taking in my […]
How 11 + 6 Essential Oils Can Help Take Care of Your Body and Mind Now
Taking care of ourselves during this new and unfamiliar normal demands a variety of solutions. Essential oils can help take care of your body and mind. Not every solution or tool may be appropriate every day. But it’s good to have options. Over the next several days, I’ll share a variety of options that include […]