7. Understanding and Preparing for Coronavirus with Immunologist, Dwight McKee, M.D.

PLEASE NOTE***: The following episode was recorded in mid-April 2020, just four weeks after the World Health Organization declared the spread of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes the disease known as COVID-19) as a global pandemic. At that time, schools and all non-essential businesses had been closed and people around the world were being asked to stay home. Scientists were learning a lot at this point, but it was unclear how many people would become ill and what the excess mortality would be. Although there had been some understanding of post viral syndromes prior to the COVID pandemic (like dysautonomia following influenza), we would quickly learn that there would be serious long-term effects of COVID-19 that had never before been witnessed with any other virus. Ready for some cutting edge COVID-19 science? In this episode, learn new tips and gain insight into the coronavirus situation! SARS-CoV-2, a novel coronavirus, has forever changed the world as we know it. Why is this virus unique? Why does the response to infection vary so dramatically? What can we do to minimize the risk of infection and decrease the impact if we get sick? Dwight McKee, M.D., Ph.D., board certified in immunology, medical oncology, hematology, nutrition, and integrative medicine, shares his unique perspective on the Bendy Bodies Podcast. Dr. McKee discusses with Dr. Bluestein useful foods and supplements, psychosocial strategies and special considerations for people with pre-existing conditions. Learn more about Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD at our websites and be sure to follow us on social media: Websites: https://www.hypermobilitymd.com and www.BendyBodiesPodcast.com Instagram: @hypermobilitymd Twitter: @hypermobilityMD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hypermobilityMD/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/hypermobilityMD/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd/ And follow guest co-host Jennifer at the links below: Website: www.jennifer-milner.com Instagram: @jennifer.milner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifermilnerbodiesinmotion/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices