Healthy Living Tips from Oschner

To view this email as a web page, go here. Healthy living tips from your friends at Ochsner MUST-READS EDITION The COVID-19 pandemic has given us plenty to fret about You might be wondering if mosquitoes are another thing to worry about. Can these annoying bugs, which have been known to spread disease, also spread COVID-19? Our infectious disease experts have the facts. might also want some help understanding your COVID-19 test results. Our experts will walk you through the different tests and what the results mean for you. We've also got special advice for people suffering from some common aches and pains: bunions, plantar fasciitis and hip pain . What can you do about these conditions, and how can you prevent them? Our medical experts weigh in. Mosquitoes are always a pain in the summer. Are they more sinister this year? Our infectious disease experts weigh in on whether mosquitoes are a special concern during the pandemic this year. One thing that hasn't changed: Mosquitoes can spread West Nile and Zika viruses, so it is important to protect yourself from these pests. What do my COVID-19 test results really mean? If you've had a COVID-19 test recently, you might have questions about your test results. Does a negative result mean you're completely in the clear? Learn more about what the results mean. FEATURED VIDEO Does your hip hurt? Try this stretch If you sit a lot for work, you might experience some aches and pains. This simple stretch, done several times a day, can really help. Joint pain: Part and parcel of the aging process Along with your AARP card, one of the things you might expect as you age is joint pain. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and it refers to the gradual erosion of cartilage between your joints, which can cause pain. Here's what to do. 4 things you need to know about plantar fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is the bane of dancers, runners and other athletes, but this type of heel pain also affects overweight people and workers who stand a lot for their jobs, especially on hard surfaces. Here's how to prevent it, and what to do if you're worried you have plantar fasciitis. Bunions: They're not cute. And they can also hurt. Bunions are hereditary, but they can be made worse by your choice in footwear (ahem, high heel lovers). If you are concerned you're developing a bunion, it's better to head it off at the pass rather than let it get worse.  Worried you have arthritis? Schedule an appointment with a rheumatologist MAKE AN APPOINTMENT About this email: This email is provided as a service by Ochsner Health. To remove yourself from future mailings, please click here to Unsubscribe. Ochsner Health  |  1514 Jefferson Highway  |  New Orleans, LA 70121 ©2020 Ochsner Health  |  Privacy Policy All rights reserved.