As we learn more about COVID-19, one of the most startling aspects is the "silent hypoxia" that affects patients. The following article highlights some of what we're learning.
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2020/05/they-do-not-struggle-to-breathe-but-coronavirus-starves-them-of-oxygen-cvd/#close
NATIONALGEOGRAPHIC.COM
They don’t struggle to breathe—but COVID-19 is starving them of oxygen
The following article highlights a simple, but effective preventative measure to help keep you and your loved ones safe during the current health crisis.
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/20/opinion/sunday/coronavirus-testing-pneumonia.html
NYTIMES.COM
Opinion | The Infection That’s Silently Killing Coronavirus Patients
ATTENTION ALL PATIENTS
IF YOU:
- Have COVID-19 symptoms (Fever, body aches, cough),
- Have traveled to COVID-19 hot spots, OR
- Are over the age of 55
DO NOT ENTER THE CLINIC
Please call 817.741.5050 and we will get you set-up for a phone consult ASAP.
If you are having breathing difficulties, then please go to the closest ER and call them ahead of time to notify them of your symptoms.
We thank you for your understanding during this difficult time as we work to keep our staff and patients safe and well-cared for.
NEW OFFICE HOURS
Beginning Monday, December 23, MEDI Care Clinics will close at lunch from 12:00-1:00. Patients can still call into the office during that time, but the clinic itself will be closed for lunch. Thank you for your patience with us as we make this change to our normal operating hours.
We are currently in the middle of Medicare's Open Enrollment period. If you have questions about which plan might be right for you, then call either of our offices and our staff can help point you in the right direction.
Denton - 940.442.6455
Alliance/N Fort Worth - 817.741.5050
https://www.medicareresources.org/faqs/when-is-the-next-medicare-open-enrollment-period/
MEDICARERESOURCES.ORG
When is Medicare Open Enrollment?
MEDI Care Clinics will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in celebration of our nation's independence. We will resume normal hours on Friday, July 5th.
We wish everyone a safe and fun 4th of July!
