Foot sores can potentially be a peculiar new symptom of coronavirus (COVD-19) infection, according to the Spanish General Council of Official Podiatrist Colleges. The council has issued a circular to healthcare workers warning them to look out for foot sores similar to chickenpox or measles, especially among young adults. “They are purple lesions (very similar to those of chickenpox, measles or … Continue reading Foot sores can be an early sign of coronavirus infection
Some patients experiencing an unusual coronavirus symptom known as “fizzing”
We’ve all heard about the high fever, dry cough and breathing troubles that appear to be hallmarks of a coronavirus infection, but now patients are increasingly reporting another symptom: an unusual buzzing sensation in their bodies that’s been termed “fizzing.” This side effect is described as feeling like an “electric sensation” on the skin. Some … Continue reading Some patients experiencing an unusual coronavirus symptom known as “fizzing”
Study: Nearly 8 out of 10 coronavirus patients in China caught it from someone with NO symptoms
Asymptomatic carriers, or people who don’t show any symptoms of the disease, remain one of the biggest vectors for the spread of the global coronavirus pandemic. Now, a new study from China revealed that close to 80 percent of coronavirus patients were infected by someone who didn’t show any symptoms. A study from the Shanghai Jiao Tong University looked to figure … Continue reading Study: Nearly 8 out of 10 coronavirus patients in China caught it from someone with NO symptoms
US nursing homes devastated by coronavirus outbreak: Infection and death counts rise as vulnerable elderly get exposed to the virus
The novel coronavirus?—a global pandemic currently ravaging most parts of the world?—has been spreading among vulnerable elderly as the number of infection cases rises in nursing homes and assisted-living facilities throughout the United States. This finding follows a deadly coronavirus outbreak that ravaged a nursing home in the Seattle area. The infectious disease spread among … Continue reading US nursing homes devastated by coronavirus outbreak: Infection and death counts rise as vulnerable elderly get exposed to the virus
Dr. Oz says NO ONE needs to be tested unless they show symptoms, even as asymptomatic people spread the pandemic without even knowing it
The narrative has shifted with regard to the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) as health authorities are now insisting that if symptoms aren’t present, then you don’t need to get tested. Dr. Mehmet Oz is one such “expert” who recently stated on Fox News that President Donald Trump shouldn’t have even been tested because “he didn’t show symptoms,” and … Continue reading Dr. Oz says NO ONE needs to be tested unless they show symptoms, even as asymptomatic people spread the pandemic without even knowing it
Coronavirus causes so much brain damage in severe cases that victims FORGET TO BREATHE
A new peer-reviewed study published in the Journal of Medical Virology has found that one of the horrific mechanisms of death for the Wuhan coronavirus (CoVid-19) involves its worst victims experiencing so much brain damage from the pathogen that their bodies actually forget how to breathe. Bearing a similar pathology to SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) and MERS (Middle East … Continue reading Coronavirus causes so much brain damage in severe cases that victims FORGET TO BREATHE
Here’s what to eat (and avoid) if you have a candida infection
The human body is home to various kinds of fungi, such as Candida, a genus of yeast that’s usually found in the mouth, intestines, and skin. While this fungus is harmless at normal levels, a Candida overgrowth can cause candidiasis. What causes candidiasis? Candida is one of the most common causes of fungal infections in humans. The “good” bacteria in your … Continue reading Here’s what to eat (and avoid) if you have a candida infection
Everything you need to know about candida overgrowth
You may never have heard of the term “candida overgrowth,” but that doesn’t mean that you haven’t been affected by it. In fact, the combination of a standard Western diet and a lifetime of antibiotic consumption have left most of us battling this condition without even being aware of it. A quick glance at the shocking … Continue reading Everything you need to know about candida overgrowth
The 10 symptoms of vitamin D deficiency you need to recognize
Taking vitamin D while still young may be good for the body in the long run. Results from a study conducted by the University of Zurich have confirmed that sufficient amounts of vitamin D taken consistently are necessary to maintain bone health. Many people believe that maintaining healthy eating habits is enough, but only few foods naturally … Continue reading The 10 symptoms of vitamin D deficiency you need to recognize
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 