Month: April 2020

Introduction We’ve previously quantified the overrepresentation of COVID-19 in African Americans. This Straight, No Chaser offers a few specific reasons for those disparities. We hope policy makers and public health professionals continue to identify and address these root causes of medical and social determinants of health. These are among the main reasons for the vicious … Continue reading Specific Reasons for Overrepresentation of COVID-19 in African Americans →

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Introduction This Straight, No Chaser looks at the emerging relationship between COVID-19 and your health insurance. Over the last three weeks, approximately 10 million Americans have joined the ranks of the unemployed. Estimates suggest that losses may grow to 47 million of us as a result of the COVID–19 pandemic. Additionally, approximately 7 million Americans’ … Continue reading Unemployment, COVID-19 and Your Health Insurance →

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Introduction At Straight, No Chaser, we’re into helping those in need. As we’ve discussed, certain communities are especially disadvantaged when it comes to having access to equipment that defends against COVID-19. Our efforts are not simply to make a buck here. Your support of our efforts to place masks in the hands of the public … Continue reading We’re Helping Those In Need. You Can Too. →

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Introduction Before looking at the rationale against the use of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin to treat COVID-19, think about what’s being asked here. There are two option. The first is you’re potentially asking for a patient requiring critical care to benefit from a miracle cure. The second is you’re asking for an antiparasitic medication with a … Continue reading The Rationale for Not Using Hydroxychloroquine and Azithromycin to Treat COVID-19 →

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Introduction This is the first of a two-part Straight, No Chaser view at the rationales for and against using hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin to treat COVID-19. Perhaps the distraction of the US President trumpeting (no pun intended) this combination has turned some away from the possibility that these medicines could be helpful. Maybe the well-publicized deaths … Continue reading The Rationale for Using Hydroxychloroquine and Azithromycin to Treat COVID-19 →

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Introduction This Straight No Chaser offers you a “Three Steps to Safety” approach for what will become the new normal. Think about the next COVID-19 Outbreak. I’ve been wondering what next year looks like. Consider this a thought exercise, based around three questions. How long can we endure the current way of life? Under what … Continue reading The New COVID-19 Normal – Three Steps to Safety →

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Introduction Very few states have been collecting COVID-19 demographic data based on race. When you look at the data, it’s apparent why some may not wish to be confronted with that information. We’ve already discussed how African Americans are set up for horrific outcomes due to this pandemic. African Americans fit the high-risk profile in … Continue reading African American COVID-19 Outcomes are Disproportionately Bad →

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Need Facial Masks? The CDC now recommends everyone wear masks. Courtesy of SI Medical Supply, you have an option to provide 3-layer facial masks for your family and loved ones. You can now obtain a pack of 15 for $35, including shipping and handling. These are the recommended masks. Importantly, getting this product does not … Continue reading The CDC Recommends Facial Masks for the Public →

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The answer really has been in front of our faces all along (no pun intended). I’ve long appreciated the wisdom of foreigners at airports walking around with their masks. It’s really a pretty simple proposition: no garbage out, then no garbage in. I’ve been saying for a while now that I wear a mask to … Continue reading Wear a Mask: The New Normal →

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Introduction It’s time for health self-empowerment in the fight to lower your risk of acquiring COVID-19. Here are ten specific recommendations to give you and yours the best chance to get through these next few months. Adjust your lifestyle. Do These! If you have a medical concern, call your physician or any accessible nurse line, … Continue reading Ten Simple Steps to Lower Your Risk of Acquiring COVID-19 →

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