The State of COVID-19 in Arizona
Arizona, once a hot spot for COVID-19, has seen an incredible decline in cases of the virus. No small feat, this sudden shift is thanks to the state’s proactive efforts to keep cases low. Dr. Samuel Botros discusses what attributed to this massive accomplishment: The…
Eye Shields & Goggles vs. COVID-19
To wear or not to wear goggles: that is the question some are asking. At least, this has been on the minds of some Americans since Dr. Anthony Fauci claimed “… if you really want to be complete, you should probably use [goggles or an…
Texas vs. COVID-19: A Game-Changer is Necessary
While other states are working tirelessly to flatten the curve, the pandemic rages on in Texas. Samuel Botros lays out the factors at play in the state of COVID-19 in the Lone Star State: So what exactly is keeping Texas from overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic? …
Fourth of July: a COVID-19 risk?
Happy Independence Day weekend! Dr. Samuel Botros, MD and his team would like you kindly remind you to be careful this holiday weekend. Although it may feel a bit unnatural to refrain from having your regular Fourth of July bash, doing so may just save…
Texas postpones state reopening amid COVID-19 case increase
Texas, California and Florida recently set records for the increase of COVID-19 cases. With the coronavirus crisis continuing, the Governor of Texas has decided to halt the state’s reopening until further notice. Unfortunately, Texas Governor Greg Abbott was recently faced with a difficult decision. With…
Blood Type May Determine COVID-19 Symptom Severity
According to a recent study conducted by European researchers, an individual’s blood type may be linked to the severity of experienced COVID-19 symptoms. The study also suggests that there are a variety of genetic factors that might be at play. In Europe, a team of…
COVID-19 Can Last Several Months
The vast majority of patients who’ve contracted COVID-19 experience mild symptoms, with many experiencing no symptoms at all. According to recent studies, some individuals have been battling COVID-19 symptoms for several months. Most patients recover from COVID-19 within two weeks. According to the World Health…