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One in Six COVID-19 Patients....
According to a study published in Medscape : One in six COVID-19 patients between 18-65 hospitalized are #healthcareworkers and their...
DrRitaM
Nov 1, 20201 min read


Trick or Treat.... Nintendo Switch Giveaway!
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DrRitaM
Oct 4, 20201 min read


Free Apple I Watch Series 5
Please join us to try and win an I Watch Series 5! Just tell us something positive you gained from the Pandemic!!! Hope you join us! You...
DrRitaM
Sep 27, 20201 min read


Date Night
When hubby tells you to get ready for a #pandemic #safe #datenight... How #romantic and how #special... Especially when you find out he...
DrRitaM
Sep 27, 20201 min read


Predictor of COVID-19 ICU Admission
According to a recent study from Italy, low serum vitamin D levels were found to be an independent risk factor for either developing...
DrRitaM
Sep 27, 20201 min read


All Masks are not Equal
Medscape medical news is now reporting that up to 70% of N95 masks imported from China do not meet the United States standards. Hospitals...
DrRitaM
Sep 27, 20201 min read


Stickers, Stamps and Simulators
So proud of our super #NYITCOM #medicalstudents for composing their first SOAP notes. Stickers and stamps for a job well done! The...
DrRitaM
Sep 27, 20201 min read


COVID and the Heart
Yet another study demonstrated possible long lasting effects of the COVID-19 virus on the heart. Inflammation of the heart, known as...
DrRitaM
Sep 27, 20201 min read


Dose Dependent Relationship
The more a patient with Type 2 diabetes exercises, the more the A1c level drops. It does so in a "dose dependent" relationship, according...
DrRitaM
Sep 27, 20201 min read


Welcome Class of 2024
Privileged to be a part of stethoscope day at NYITCOM and excited to be back at one of my HAPPY PLACES after a long pandemic! Look...
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


A Day on the Water
Memories from a safe and Happy Labor Day!
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


A Surprising Things Kids Share
JAMA Pediatrics reports that asymptomatic children shed more COVID-19 viral load than adult ICU COVID patients do! This raises concerns...
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


"Get it" With Glitter
Here's an easy way to help others grasp the concept of cross contamination. Cover their hands with glitter. Allow them to dust off the...
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


Same Dynamic Duo
.... During pandemic times
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


Sentimental Pre-COVID #tbt
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of NYITCOM
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


Adjusting to Quarantine : Finding New Ways
An amazingly enjoyable, relaxing, and safe evening amid a time of pandemic!
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


Date Night Pandemic Style
#pandemic #safe #datenight... How #romantic and how #special... More so when you find out he reserved the #robot #justforyou...
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


COVID-19 and the Heart
A recent study demonstrated possible long lasting effects of the COVID-19 virus on the heart. Inflammation of the heart, known as...
DrRitaM
Sep 20, 20201 min read


Not a time for hide and seek....
"Have a safe, designated spot at home which has a complete set of emergency medications. Inform family members and care givers where it...

DrRitaM
Sep 9, 20201 min read


The Psychology of Quarantine:
A recent meta analysis published in Lancet highlights some of the psychological aspects associated with COVID-19 quarantine. The analysis...

Sonia Amanat
Aug 22, 20201 min read


What you don't know CAN harm you
A recent study published in JAMA found that people with absolutely no COVID symptoms were just as contagious as those with symptoms. Each...
DrRitaM
Aug 13, 20201 min read


The greatest force is getting well
The natural healing force within each of us is the greatest force in getting well. - Hippocrates #powerofpositivity...
DrRitaM
Aug 6, 20201 min read
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