As the number of patients calling with COVID symptoms continues to decrease dramatically, the number of patients seeking preventive care and follow up for their chronic medical issues, neglected for far too long, is finally increasing.
The emphasis on self care, both mental and physical, which somehow has been lost during a time when it was needed the most must once again become a priority. Vitamin D deficiency, which affects most Alaskans who do not take high dose daily supplements, is an easily treatable risk factor for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases.
As people see more and more of their fully vaccinated and recently boosted friends and family infected with COVID-19, it is inevitable that the questions arise, “Should I still get vaccinated? Do I need a booster? Should my kids get vaccinated?” The good news is you do not need a medical degree or experience in healthcare to know the answer. All you need is common sense.