I was a doctor of NASA and here's how you avoid Covid

You can prevent this potentially deadly virus with these simple tips.


As a former senior medical advisor to NASA, I see the world of health through the prism of space using a sexual / sex lens, even during this pandemic. I have advised NASA for more than 18 years and some of the learned lessons that help guide me through this period of uncertainty and public health challenges. Read it to see how you could follow my head and to ensure your health and health of others, do not miss these Without signs that you have already had coronavirus.

1

Isolate yourself

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It is important to keep a schedule with time to exercise and relaxation and meals. I stay busy and focused on daily goals even if it comes to shoot weeds in my garden. Finally, I remain connected to my networks via calls, e-mails, text, video discussions, etc., even if it is only a brief record.

2

Follow the principle of ALARA (as low as reasonably feasible)

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I calculate the relative risk of exposure to the virus how transferable it is in the Community. I calculate the value and importance of performing a particular activity in everyday life and exploring options-I.E. Can it be done practically as purchases. In addition to this, I evaluate the countermeasures such as I can maintain social distance and if others will bemasks.

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3

Use telehealth

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It's a natural step for me because NASA uses telemedicine since the beginning of the space program using existing technologies. Before making a call to your doctor, make sure your privacy is maintained. Familiarize yourself with your health care provider so that there is a frank discussion by participating in a general conversation before the health discussion.

4

Use PPE accessories

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I evaluate whether PEP-Personal personal protective equipment such as masks, gloves, glasses adapt properly and comfortably and wear it coherently. At the moment, I work that PPE is redesigned to better adapt women's organizations - lessons learned from the space program.

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5

Study data

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I am studying available data and studies in small segments not to be submerged. I know the data is continually evolving and may not be complete. I disaggregate data by human factors such as age, race / ethnic, gender / sex, to evaluate how it applies to the individual. I am aware that Covid-19 is a multi-system disease, such as adaptation to space. As for yourself: go through this pandemic at your healthier, do not miss these35 places you are most likely to catch Covid.

Saralyn Brand, MD,AMWA COVID LEADERis an endocrinologist, a geriatrician and a women's health specialist. Mr. Mark was the first senior medical adviser to the Office on Women's Health in the Ministry of Health and Social Services for 11 years and at the National Aerospace and Space Authority (NASA). .


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