The time has come for the holiday season festivities to start. While this season should be filled with heartfelt and joyous family time, for others, it can be one of the most stressful periods of the year. Whether the pressure of being around family at gatherings spikes your anxiety or you arejust struggling with a lack of time and money,…
Covid PCR (polymerase chain reaction tests) tests utilize a swab (typically in the nose or throat) or collect a saliva sample, and send a sample to a laboratory to get tested. Since PCR tests collect some genetic material, they are quite accurate when performed by a healthcare professional. There is a version of the PCR test that is analyzed on…
Because the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing, when a person gets the flu and develops fever and cough, it will be impossible to tell before testing: is this flu or is this COVID-19? Every fall we recommend that all New Yorkers get the flu shot, but this fall it is even more essential as it will prevent you from needing to…
Getting tested is one of the few things you can do right now to be more in control and aware of your health. If you decide to get tested for COVID at our clinic, here are some things to know before going into your testing appointments: Step 1: Telemedicine Appointment First, you will have a telemedicine appointment with one of…
New York is now in full testing mode – The shortage is over, and insurance is fully covering testing for everyone. Hearing this, it now makes sense that New York state has tested more people per capita than any other country in the World! As you look at your testing options, know that each testing site operates differently. Here are…