Thinking About Thanksgiving?

 

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Healthy living tips from your friends at Ochsner MUST-READS EDITION Thinking about Thanksgiving? You're not the only one. Suddenly, debates about which kind of dressing is best (or do you call it stuffing?) seem silly. More pressing questions have a seat at the table, including: How are we going to celebrate during a pandemic? How can we still enjoy ourselves if we can't all be together?  Fortunately, psychiatrist Dean Hickman, MD, and infectious disease specialist Katherine Baumgarten, MD, have teamed up to offer a list of great ideas on how to keep Thanksgiving safe AND special this year. Yes, it can be done! Let's talk turkey No, you shouldn't cram 30 relatives inside your dining room this year during the COVID-19 pandemic -- sorry. That doesn't mean you can't have a great Thanksgiving, though! Have you considered having an outdoor feast? And we have some great ideas on new traditions to try that are scientifically approved to boost your mood and outlook on life. November is also Lung Cancer Awareness Month There is no better time to get serious about kicking the habit. Cigarette smoking unquestionably raises your risk of getting cancer, and having cancer puts you at even greater risks from COVID-19. FEATURED VIDEO New knee, new lease on life Pickle ball enthusiast Roland Jones had a problem: knee pain due to osteoarthritis. Ochsner surgeons helped him get back to doing the things he loved, and he's only got a tiny scar to show for it. (In case you're wondering -- yes, the video explains what pickle ball is.) What causes diarrhea? Food poisoning, allergies and viruses are just a few of the causes. Aldo Russo, MD, explains when you should be concerned enough to call a doctor. It's also National Diabetes Month Angelique Torres, DNP, explains the basic facts about diabetes. Did you know the number of children and teens with diabetes is growing? What are the side effects of the flu shot? Most people experience no side effects, but Katherine Baumgarten, MD, explains the mild side effects that some people experience. Still need your flu shot? Ochsner is offering flu shot fairs Saturday, Nov. 14 REGISTER HERE 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.