Each week, OMRF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Judith James opens “Adam’s Journal” to answer a medical question from Adam Cohen, OMRF’s senior vice president & general counsel. Adam’s Journal I’ve seen a lot of headlines recently about the new generation of weight-loss drugs. Now that their use is becoming more widespread, what are we learning […]
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Bodywork: Understanding Sjögren’s, an autoimmune disease on the rise
Each week, OMRF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Judith James opens “Adam’s Journal” to answer a medical question from Adam Cohen, OMRF’s senior vice president & general counsel. Adam’s Journal I read recently that many autoimmune illnesses, including Sjögren’s disease, are becoming more common. What is Sjögren’s, and why is it on the rise? Dr. James […]
Bodywork: When the heart races following Covid
Each week, OMRF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Judith James opens “Adam’s Journal” to answer a medical question from Adam Cohen, OMRF’s senior vice president & general counsel. Adam’s Journal Not long ago, a friend, who is otherwise healthy, recovered from Covid. However, after he was seemingly better, he’s had periodic episodes of his heart beating […]
Bodywork: Do neti pots bring nasal relief?
Each week, OMRF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Judith James opens “Adam’s Journal” to answer a medical question from Adam Cohen, OMRF’s senior vice president & general counsel. Adam’s Journal At this time of year, many people suffer from sinus inflammation, congestion and various respiratory infections. Can rinsing your sinuses with saltwater using a neti pot […]
Bodywork: When to take Paxlovid for Covid-19
Each week, OMRF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Judith James opens “Adam’s Journal” to answer a medical question from Adam Cohen, OMRF’s senior vice president & general counsel. Adam’s Journal With the recent uptick in Covid-19 cases prompted by the JN.1 variant, I’ve wondered how effective Paxlovid is in treating these cases, especially in older people. […]
Bodywork: Making winter workouts work
With the recent Arctic blast, exercising outdoors seems about as enticing as licking an icy flagpole. Still, if you opt to forgo the cozy confines of your home (or the gym) and brave the elements for a workout, be sure to make some adjustments to your routine. It may require some planning and preparation, but […]
