Synergy March updates
New Outpatient COVID Therapies
We are all relieved to see that the trend of the COVID infection rate continues to decline. At the same time, we’d also like to remind our members to please contact your physician if you do acquire this virus as there are now several outpatient treatments available for the appropriate candidates.
In addition to a second monoclonal antibody option (given by infusion), there are now oral medications available for individuals who have mild-to-moderate COVID-19 and for those who are at high risk for progression to severe illness. These medications can reduce the risk of hospitalization or death. Oral medications must be taken as soon as possible after the diagnosis of COVID-19, and within five days of symptom onset; monoclonal antibodies can be given up to 10 days following a positive test result. There are also new indications and medications available for pre-exposure prophylaxis, meaning that they can be taken before an expected exposure to the virus. Please contact us for your personalized analysis and recommendations should you have a positive home test (or if you need to arrange testing).
As a reminder, vaccinated individuals who have not received a COVID-19 booster dose are at higher risk for severe disease. If you have not received a booster, kindly contact our team and we will be happy to arrange for you to have this at our office.
Reminder: Home Test Kits Available
For your convenience, iHealth at-home COVID test kits are available for purchase in unlimited quantities for both members and/or family and friends. The test includes a 2-pack of self-administered nasal swabs with instructions. Results are obtained 15 minutes after test administration. The cost is $30 per pack.
Ellie Fund Event March 3rd
Please join us for the next part of this special Wellness Series to support the Ellie Fund on Thursday, March 3rd at 7pm. Stacy Madison, Founder of Stacy’s Pita Chips, will share with us some of her most frequently made, fast and furious (and kid-friendly recipes), while sharing her story and answering questions about her journey.
Special March Culinary Medicine event: Food as Medicine for Fertility and Hormonal Balance with Guest Chef Dr. Aaron Styer
CCRM’s co-director and Boston Top Doc, Dr. Aaron Styer joins us as our guest chef for a special culinary medicine event Thursday, March 10th at 6:30pm. We’ll be featuring, master antioxidant, açaí and discussing how this powerhouse berry can support egg quality. In savory contrast, we’ll also make a simply delicious warm collard and fennel salad, packed with hormone balancing ingredients. If fertility and hormonal health are on your mind, or maybe on the mind of someone you care about, don’t miss this special event.
SENS Solution Wellness Event - Culinary Nutrition demo with Mona Dolgov
Who doesn’t want to enjoy delicious meals and keep your body healthy at the same time? Join us on Wednesday, March 16th at 6:30 pm and get empowered in the kitchen and learn ways to keep cooking fun and satisfying!
Stay tuned for the invitation.
This article does not constitute the practice of medicine, healthcare advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always talk to your healthcare provider regarding your specific medical needs.