There is no evidence of any protective effect of drinking
alcohol for viral or other infections. In fact, the opposite is true as the harmful use of alcohol is associated with increased risk of infections and worse treatment outcomes. And be aware that alcohol and drug use may prevent you
from taking sufficient precautions to protect yourself again infection, such as compliance with hand hygiene. • Screen time. Be aware of how much time you spend in front of a screen every day. Make sure that you take regular breaks from on-screen activities.
• Video games. While video games can be a way to relax, it can be tempting to spend much more time on them than usual when at home for long periods. Be sure to keep the right balance with off-line activities in your daily routine.
• Social media. Use your social media accounts to promote positive and hopeful stories. Correct misinformation wherever you see it.
• Help others. If you are able to, offer support to people in your community who may need it, such as helping them with food shopping.
• Support health workers. Take opportunities online or through your community to thank your country’s health-care workers and all those working to respond to COVID-19.
• Don’t discriminate. Fear is a normal reaction in situations of uncertainty. But sometimes fear is expressed in ways which are hurtful to other people. Remember:
> Be kind. Don’t discriminate against people because of
your fears of the spread of COVID-19. > Don’t discriminate against people who you think may
have coronavirus.
> Don’t discriminate against health workers. Health workers deserve our respect and gratitude.
> COVID-19 has affected people from many countries. Don’t attribute it to any specific group.
IF YOU ARE A PARENT In times of stress, it is common for children to seek more of
your attention. What you can do:
• Maintain familiar routines as much as possible, or create new ones, especially if you must stay at home.
• Discuss the new coronavirus with your children in an honest way, using age-appropriate language.
• Support your children with at-home learning and make sure time is set aside for play.
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sexual vitality, improves moods, and decreases cholesterol and body fat. It improves memory, increases energy, and has anti- cancer properties by enhancing the immune system. Melatonin, which influences the quality and quantity of sleep, is also an energizer, a mood enhancer, and an antioxidant. It has also been shown to decrease the incidence of nocturia (getting up at night to urinate). Estrogen, has been proven to reduce the effects of heart
disease, stroke, high cholesterol, Alzheimer's disease, memory loss, menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis, skin thinning, the incidence of depression, and reverse the lack of libido. Progesterone, which acts as an antidepressant, mild tranquil-
izer, and natural painkiller. Bioidentical progesterone can elimi- nate symptoms of menopause, PMS emotional instability, headaches, and mood swings. Testosterone, which drops significantly in men over age 50.
This lowered level accounts for a loss of a man's sense of well- being, decrease in sex drive, loss of general muscle mass, in- creased abdominal obesity, osteoporosis, decrease in mental acuity, and decreased strength and endurance. And, yes, tes- tosterone levels should be tested in women, as well. Testoster- one therapy can reverse the gradual sexual apathy that occurs over time, while also increasing energy, and strength.
Do you want to feel better? Call the number below for a consult. The $200 charge is applied to the treatment fee if you elect to go forward. The conversation you and I have may be the best investment you ever made in your health and well being!
Virgil V. Willard II, MD & Bandit
PIEDMONT AGE MANAGEMENT PIEDMONT PLASTIC SURGERY
1011 N. Lindsay St., Ste. 202, High Point 27262 336-886-1667
www.plasticsurgerync.com SEPTEMBER 2020
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