The Flame
Silver Linings Amidst the Pandemic
I don't know about you, but the last five months have been---shall we say, a bit challenging for me. Like you, I am getting through it. I can hardly believe it's almost September! And how many of us will be very happy to see 2020 end?? The impact of COVID19 hasn't...
Do You See What I See
Right now in 2020, all across the U.S., even BEFORE the coronavirus pandemic arrived, data showed that people of color---Black, Hispanic, Native American, Alaskan Native, Asian American, and others---suffer disproportionately from some of the most devastating health...
Busting More COVID-19 Myths
What if I just run my hands under an air dryer? Won't the heat kill the virus? No. You still need to wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub. Once your hands are clean, you should dry them thoroughly by using paper towels or a warm air...
Caring for Someone with COVID19 in Your Home
Two things to put at the top of your list: Know where your nearest hospital emergency room is, write down the name and phone number and post it on your fridge. Look for emergency warning signs in the patient. These include difficulty breathing or shortness of...
Celebrating the Year of the Nurse and Midwife
In January of 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) made the official proposal to declare 2020 the year of the nurse and the midwife. And voila! It is now 2020! The World Health Organization is a global institution that services the countries of the United...
Coronavirus 101
About the Coronavirus The 2019-nCoV is spreading from person to person in China and limited spread among close contacts has been detected in some countries outside China, including the United States. At this time, however, this virus is NOT currently spreading in...