In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, Americans have been panic-buying more than just toilet paper and eggs. U.S. alcohol sales spiked 55% in the week ending March 21, according to data from market research firm Nielsen. And online alcohol sales were up 243%. Much of that can probably be attributed to stocking up on […]
Honey is said to help soothe a sore throat, but could it have other health benefits? Dr. Oz thinks so! “It contains powerful immune-boosting antioxidants,” he says, “and early evidence indicates it might help with blood sugar and cholesterol.” It also has antibacterial and antimicrobial benefits, the real life and TV doc says. “If you put […]
A research scientist who studies viruses says there are concerns, as allergy season begins, that common allergy medications could hamper the body’s reaction to the novel coronavirus. “We are quite worried about the fact that if you take steroids at a significant enough level it’s going to interfere with your ability to control the viral replication […]
These are not exactly the sexiest of times. A notice about sex and coronavirus from New York City’s public health department went viral last weekend, as it outlined specifically how to enjoy sex while preventing the spread of COVID-19. “The virus can spread through direct contact with their saliva or mucus,” the notice states. NYC […]
Roughly half of Americans are under stay-at-home orders as coronavirus cases climb, with officials urging the public to only go out for groceries and other essentials. So how can you keep your grocery trips safe and efficient? Carolyn Cannuscio, director of research at the Center for Public Health Initiatives at the University of Pennsylvania, offers […]
Most Americans who test positive for the new coronavirus will ride out the disease at home. About 80% of COVID-19 patients experience a mild illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), so they’ll rely on family members — not doctors — to get better. But with a loved one shedding the […]
Richard Simmons, of “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” fame, is restoring his YouTube channel during the coronavirus pandemic with nostalgic workouts for people under home quarantine. “We have had an overwhelming request for Richard to return in some way as a comfort to all dealing with the pandemic,” said a spokesperson for the 71-year-old. “We thought […]
As the coronavirus continues to escalate, we have all learned a new lexicon – social distancing, pandemic pantry, community spread, flatten the curve and increasingly, shelter in place. With this new normal of “everything’s cancelled,” many of us are also facing a new situation: working from home. If you find yourself working from home for […]
The global COVID-19 pandemic isn’t just closing your office and favorite restaurants – gyms, spas and recreation centers throughout the U.S. have been shuttered as well as local, state and federal governments try to stifle the spread of the coronavirus. Even if you don’t consider yourself a gym rat, you may be desperate to get […]
Dr. Anthony Fauci — director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases — spoke with Trevor Noah about the various misconceptions surrounding the coronavirus and the path forward on The Daily Home Distancing Show Thursday. The interview started with Fauci describing how COVID-19 is different from every other medical emergency he’s worked on, […]