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Dr. Ed
Jun 22, 20203 min read
The COVID-19 Long Haulers—What Can We Learn?
The naysayers and disbelievers don’t understand the short- and long-term fate of individuals who become ill with COVID and survive.
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Dr. Ed
Jun 15, 20202 min read
Take Me Out to the Ballgame, Take Me Out with the Crowd (wait, no)
We desperately want to turn back the clock to the way things were at the old ballgame.
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Dr. Ed
Jun 3, 20203 min read
The End Is in Sight—or Is It?
If we know the finish line is just up the road, we can marshal the physical and emotional resources to go the distance.
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Dr. Edward Creagan
May 24, 20202 min read
A Plane Crash and a Pandemic Walk into a Bar
We have lost focus on the grave danger of the virus among us. This is called cognitive tunneling.
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Dr. Edward Creagan
May 18, 20204 min read
And then there will be a vaccine ... but don't believe the headlines
And then there will be a vaccine ... but don't believe the headlines just yet. Mayo Clinic doctor explains phases 1, 2, 3 clinical trials.
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Dr. Edward Creagan
May 11, 20205 min read
“Your mother is very sick.” What to do when the doctors have “that talk” with you
We are not deciding who lives or dies. We are deciding what is the best course of treatment for the patient.
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Dr. Edward Creagan
Apr 29, 20204 min read
Who speaks for you when you are gravely ill? You can (if you do this first)
Who speaks for you when you become seriously ill?
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Dr. Edward Creagan
Apr 18, 20204 min read
No One Should Die Alone
Today, dying alone is a reality for patients in the hospital with COVID-19.
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Dr. Edward Creagan
Apr 13, 20204 min read
Our Apocalyptic Nightmare: Strategies to Avoid Isolation and Hope for the New Normal
We are not helpless, we have data, and we have credible recommendations to make a difference in our lives.
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Dr. Edward Creagan
Mar 30, 20204 min read
What to Do When You Have No Place to Hide: Virus Alert
How can you cope with a major disruption of lifestyle and well-being? How can you stay grounded and focused?
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Dr. Edward Creagan
Mar 20, 20204 min read
Mouse-calls: How to Meet with Your Doctor Virtually
The new age of the doctor’s appointment is virtual, attributed in great measure to the COVID-19 pandemic. How to prepare for a virtual exam.
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