Update on COVID-19: What should we be doing now?
Several things have changed since the WHO officially declared a global pandemic on March 11, 2020. Here in Baton Rouge, after the stay-at-home order was declared, we were able to…
Update on SARS-CoV-2 and Antibodies
Now that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has been around for a while, we are all bound to know one person or another that has been affected by this…
Is COVID-19 affecting children?
What are the symptoms of COVID-19? Reported symptoms include fever, cough, body aches, sore throat, headache, and diarrhea. The WHO has estimated that 1 in 6 people with COVID-19 will…
Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19
The past 3 weeks have been anything but normal as COVID-19 has changed our daily landscape. Kids are out of school, parents and teachers alike are having to learn how…
Should I Wear a Mask and Gloves on Essential Trips to the Store?
What are the symptoms of COVID-19? Reported symptoms include fever, cough, body aches, sore throat, headache, and diarrhea. The WHO has estimated that 1 in 6 people with COVID-19 will…
Can I take Ibuprofen if I have COVID-19?
Have you seen the news headlines that ibuprofen should not be taken by those who potentially have Coronavirus? If you are like me, this headline stopped me in my tracks…
Frequently Asked Questions regarding COVID-19
What should I do if I develop symptoms of fever, cough, or shortness of breath? You should contact your primary care provider to schedule a video visit or determine the…
COVID-19 Reminders from our Infectious Disease Physician
We have all been dealing with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic for the last 2 weeks. Hopefully, you have been following the orders given by Governor John Bel Edwards…
