Why the Research Is Interesting: With the onset of mass SARS-CoV-2 vaccination programs and the increasing proportion of previously infected individuals, the risk of reinfection after natural infection is an important question for modeling the pandemic, estimating herd immunity, and guiding vaccination strategies. And since young adults, of whom a high percentage are asymptomatically infected and […]
Holy Viral Genetic Mutation, Batman!!
A Guide to the Emerging SARS-CoV-2 Variants
SARS-CoV-2 is evolving and adapting, getting “smarter” with every person-to-person transmission. As society at large continues to flout infectious disease management guidelines, we make it easier for the virus to evolve and develop new variants. Eventually we will see some variants emerge with resistance to our vaccines. […]
Hang On. Have Hope.
Dr. L. Cindy Theroux-Jette, PhD, OT/L, LAc at Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine Associates of Nashua, PLLC is grateful to have recently received the first of two Moderna COVID-19 vaccines after being identified as a high-risk health care worker in Phase 1A of the NH DHHS vaccination schedule. She considered adding her own […]
Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine Associates of Nashua, PLLC is committed to your health and safety. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have implemented updated policies to ensure the health and safety of the population we serve, including:
Pre-screening of patients prior to office visits, completion of enhanced infection control procedures daily, taking additional precaution for […]
Don’t get thirsty? Don’t like water…or forget to drink it? Sick of having to visit the bathroom constantly when you do try to hydrate? You are not alone if you answered yes to any of those questions, but you are at risk. The natural thirst instinct diminishes with time and this can make it harder […]
Interested in learning how #mindfulness practice can help with stress, anxiety, pain, or improving your health? Attend a quick class, or a longer series of classes:
“Mind-Body Healing”, a 2-hour, one-day course, will be offered by St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua on Wednesday 11-14-18 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM (register here: https://reg126.imperisoft.com/StJosephHospital/ProgramDetail/3337323032/Registration.aspx).
“Mindfulness Fundamentals Stress Reduction”, a […]
This recent study shows aged garlic extract is effective in reducing peripheral and central blood pressure. Study authors report: “Our trial suggests that aged garlic extract is effective in reducing peripheral and central blood pressure in a large proportion of patients with uncontrolled hypertension, and has the potential to improve arterial stiffness, inflammation, and other […]
Mass General is using #acupuncture to support patients with cancer. #GoodStuff #IntegrativeMedicine
Recently published in Boston Magazine:
The Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center is known throughout the world for its innovative and often revolutionary cancer treatments. What may be surprising is that members of the Mass General team are supplementing their biomedical cancer treatments with a therapy […]
Knowing the difference may not be as easy as you think
Although heartburn has nothing to do with your heart, its most common symptom — chest pain — often is the most apparent sign of a heart attack too. So how do you know whether you need to reach for an antacid or call 911?
The main symptoms of a […]
Thinking of trying acupuncture for your allergies? Good choice! Per the National Institute of Health:
There are data from some randomized controlled trials that suggests that acupuncture may improve some symptoms of allergic rhinitis, as well as quality of life.
What Does the Research Show?
The available data on the efficacy of acupuncture for allergic rhinitis consist of several reviews and […]
This recent study shows that women living in areas with higher levels of green vegetation had lower rates of mortality. The Northeast is currently quite a “white” space as Winter Storm Stella blasts us with heavy snow and blustery wind. Fortunately, Spring is not far away!
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