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An update from us on COVID-19
Mayflower Acupuncture LLC
Complete Healing & Profound Relaxation
(860) 413-2118
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Dear ,
In concert
with Governor Lamont's
Executive Order No. 7H
regar
ding licensed healthcare professionals, Mayflower Acupu
ncture continues to provide optimal lifestyle adjustments to
our patients and the community.
We are committed to supporting you with the knowledge and actions
which may help you
build physical and emotional resilience
.
To that end we are offering acupuncture, herbs, supplements, and meditation training as well as diet and movement advice to potentially reduce the impact of SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) which can result in the pathology known as COVID-19. See the Resource Guide which follows for more detail.
We are no strangers to pandemics, bringing 18 years of experience successfully practicing in inter-disciplinary clinics in Hong Kong during the pandemics of SARS Co-V in 2003 and Avian Influenza Type A in 2008. We hope our experience and willingness to provide these services in this time of crisis will help in some way to ensure that our community emerges even stronger.
Important FAQ's
How Can Mayflower Acupuncture Help My Family during the COVID 19 Crisis?
We have
extended our hours on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm and on Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 7:00 pm to see patients in a one-on-one environment with no overlap between clients and no patients in the reception area. We ask that all patients who come early wait in their cars or have a stroll outside until their appointment time.
Stringent Hygienic Standards
We are continuing to take extraordinary hygienic and safety precautions including sanitizing blood pressure cuffs, O2 gauges, thermometers, door knobs and common surfaces after each use;
double papering all treatment tables and using disposable face shields
for each patient, changing medical gloves after each patient, and running
air purifiers throughout the clinic. In addition, we follow the COVID-19
Screening Yourself Before Making an Appointment
We will be treating patients as we have for the last 32 years except those with active cold and 'flu-like symptoms.
We request that all patients who have recently traveled by air, train, or mass transit, have attended a large group event within the last 2 weeks or are running a fever, have a cough, have a sore throat, or are having difficulty breathing refrain from coming into the clinic.
Electronic Visits:
For those patients who are symptomatic
,
we offer consultations by phone, email or video link. We also offer curb-side pick up
or shipment of appropriate herbs, supplements, dietary guidelines and protocols directly to your home. Having anticipated the escalation of this current
situation
we have a well-stocked pharmacy.
We strongly advise patients over 65 and patients who have been diagnosed with compromised immune function to remain at home and consult with us and other providers by telemedicine if possible. Please call us at 860.413 2118 for details.
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Why Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in the
Current Climate of COVID-19?
Throughout its
2400
-year
written
history
,
Chinese medicine has
differentiated
itself from conventional medicine through its laser-focus
on boosting the immune system and enhancing the body's capacity for resistance to disease and
by
specialization in prevention and early intervention.
I have had the
the privilege of training in Chinese hospitals
and
practicing in Hawaii, Hong Kong and Connecticut. Th
is
experience
gives
me confiden
ce
in the ability of lifestyle changes, acupuncture and herbal support to enhance health
.
Our
Resource Guide
contains links to professional papers which document the history and current use of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in pandemics around the world.
What is the Evidence for Lifestyle Adjustments improving outcomes?
The evidence base for lifestyle adjustments to improve health outcomes is thoroughly presented in the articles, citations, and videos which follow in the
Resource Guide at the end of this newsletter.
What Can You and Your Family Do to Reduce Your Risk? (study CDC guidelines)
Maintain a calm and focused approach to this crisis. You must remain vigilant and keep your body, mind and spirit in top condition.
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BODY
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Get in the best shape of your life
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Keep 6 feet from people
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Clean hands-wear gloves in public
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Wear mask or bandanna in public
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Increase your outdoor exercise
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Eat more vegetables and less sugar
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Get 7 to 8 hours of sleep
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MIND
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Stay upbeat, cool and keep
your perspective
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Double your meditation
time
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Clarify your goals and values
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Focus and work
intent
ly
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Cultivate your sense of humor
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Exercise
patience and
compassion
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Resource Guide:
A Deep Dive into the Relationship between the Immune System, Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine and COVID 19
This Resource Guide contains links to articles and videos from the CDC, (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), NIH, (National Institutes of Health), PubMed, Washington Post, New York Times, and medical, instructive and news sources from around the world:
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In Health and Solidarity,
Steve & Cheryl
Mayflower Acupuncture
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Serving Simsbury, Avon, Granby, Bloomfield, Farmington,
West Hartford and surrounding towns.
(860) 413-2118
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