by Dr. Michael Garin | Feb 8, 2021 | COVID
The COVID-19 vaccines have been described by many as the light at the end of the tunnel and the best tool we have to stop this pandemic. But along with the vaccine roll-out, there have been a number of myths circulating about their safety and effectiveness. MYTH #1:...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Dec 17, 2020 | COVID, General Health
With the Food and Drug Administration issuing emergency use authorization for a vaccine to limit the spread of corona-virus, you might have questions about what this means for you. I hear that I might still have to wear a mask even after I get vaccinated. Why? It will...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Dec 4, 2020 | COVID, General Health
Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania and the biotech firm Regeneron are investigating whether technology developed for gene therapy can be used to make a nasal spray that will prevent infection with the new corona-virus. The idea is to use a weakened virus as...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Nov 20, 2020 | COVID, General Health
Holidays and stress are as inseparable as Christmas tree pine needles ground into carpet. This year, COVID-19 is an anxiety amplifier. Many will forgo traditional holiday gatherings, or proceed knowing that a family get together could turn into a super-spreader. The...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Nov 12, 2020 | COVID
Researchers in China believe they have uncovered evidence that eyeglasses confer a significant protection from infection with COVID-19. In a JAMA Ophthalmology article published September 16, researchers note that, despite eyeglasses being commonly worn among the...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Oct 23, 2020 | COVID, Eye Care
As temperatures fall, people are spending more time indoors. That heightens the risk of the coronavirus spreading, but there are some simple steps you can take to help protect yourself and everyone around you. It’s easy to get tired of wearing masks and practicing...
