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November 22, 2023

How can I celebrate the holidays when I am grieving?

Mental Health
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH

Grief can feel complicated, but know that you are not alone. Many people find this time of the year difficult, especially so when they are facing the death or loss of a loved one. The holidays can bring up feelings of sadness, loss around the rituals you had, and isolation as other people may not Read more…

November 22, 2023

Why should older adults be concerned about RSV?

Infectious Diseases
Roopa Seshadri, PhD, AM

Adults 60 years and older are at a higher risk for severe RSV and complications like pneumonia and hospitalization because our immune systems get weaker as we age. Respiratory Syncytial Virus (usually called RSV) is typically thought of as an infection that is bad for infants and children. But you can get RSV at any age. Read more…

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