Flu season is upon us. It is not too late to get your flu shots. Did you know that it is possible to get Covid-19 and the flu at the same time. If you do get the flu shot and still get the flu, you are much more likely to have a mild version than if you did not get the shot. Also, continue all your covid prevention measures, like frequent hand washing, wearing a mask, social distancing. These can help prevent the flu transmission as well.

A lot of us start drinking less water as we get older because we don't want to run to the bathroom so often. Research confirms that this is a very bad idea. As we get older, we actually need more water to stay healthy. Read the article below. https://www.theladders.com/career-advice/the-bizarre-reasons-you-need-to-drink-more-water-as-you-age

European College of Neuropsychopharmacology via Neuroscience News A new comprehensive analysis on the effect of Mozart's music on epilepsy has confirmed that listening to his piano music can reduce the frequency of epilepsy attacks. The results of this comprehensive meta-analysis (a study of studies), which may overturn current scepticism about the effect, are presented at the ECNP congress after recent publication in a peer-reviewed journal. https://neurosciencenews.com/mozart-eff...

What a great explanation of fascia. If you have been told there is no reason for your pain, your x-ray is normal, it's all in your head... watch this. Maybe it's your fascia? https://youtu.be/v54l3wDTJHg

Did you know that the masks with valves for easier breathing actually only protect the wearer? The purpose of the mask is to protect those around you! Please avoid valve masks. https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Why-simple-cloth-masks-without-valves-are-better-15371959.php

If, like me, you are starting to forget more, and, like me, it is starting to adversely affect your daily life, then this might be the perfect article for you. https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-trick-your-brain-to-remember-almost-anything/?MvBriefArticleId=13868

Public Service Announcement: In a 9-year study in Denmark, scientists found that diabetics who received the influenza vaccine had a lower risk of death for all medical causes, but especially cardiac and stroke causes. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32647052/

Please, everyone, wear your mask correctly. We are trying to protect our loved ones, those immune compromised, the elderly, children… I'm sure you know someone on this list that you care about. https://youtu.be/6MbGz1F3EQk

Here are some great stretches to help you with your neck, shoulder, and back pain. These are especially helpful for chronic sufferers. I would like you to NOT do the neck stretch as instructed, but rather just stretch in each end position (chin to chest, ear to shoulder) instead. For some folks, the neck circles can be very detrimental. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325373#overhead-arm-reach

We check the temperature of everyone that walks into the clinic, be they visitors, clients, or staff. We use an infrared scanner that has the ability to store the last several measurements, but without names or other identifiers. If you have any questions regarding this policy, call me. I can be reached most days at (208)321-7831. https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/u-s-privacy-law-implications-with-the-89554/