COVID-19 doesn't have to spoil Halloween October 23, 2020 | Valerie Elwell We may be living through a pandemic, but there are still creative, fun ways to celebrate Halloween and Dia de los Muertos and stay safe, says Dr.... Read More Tags Covid-19 hand washing health tips holidays infections kids' health parenting party prevention viruses
Protect your lungs during fire season September 17, 2020 | Valerie Elwell UCI Health lung experts warn against prolonged exposure to wildfire-generated air pollutants blanketing much of Southern California. “People... Read More Tags allergies health tips kids' health primary care urgent care emergency
Chaplains — our other essential workers August 20, 2020 | Valerie Elwell UCI Health chaplains Pirjo Carlisle and Patrick Thompson know too well the emotional and spiritual toll COVID-19 is taking — on patients... Read More Tags Covid-19 infections lung mental health stress trauma viruses
Beware hand sanitizers tainted with methanol July 31, 2020 | Valerie Elwell Hand sanitizer is the go-to choice when handwashing with soap and water isn't possible, but beware of brands tainted with methanol that are under... Read More Tags Covid-19 alcohol hand washing viruses