Episode 8 features Dr. Sarah Trahan who shares the science behind immune systems and how our bodies try to fight off viruses. She gives us some tips on how to keep our hormone levels in tip-top shape while we all adjust to this new normal. As a physician at the Neil Riordan Center for Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Trahan also shares a few of ways to help with pain management and injury prevention. Tune in and stay well!
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Resources
COVID-19: https://drsarahtrahan.com/f/covid-19-basics
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