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Live and Learn with Laysha Ostrow

Learning about a Mental Health research and consulting company (Live & Learn) based right here in Morro Bay.  Founded (in 2015) by Laysha Ostrow.  This article (Feb 26, 2020 by Peter Simons) provides a good overview of her and the … Continue reading

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Mask wearing – Covid-19

It’s a pretty simple concept.  Covid-19 is transmitted via respiration – breathing out/in… That means that in order to minimize transmission one has to wear a mask. Even though we now have vaccines – I’ve been double-vaccinated as of end … Continue reading

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What mRNA means for Covid-19 vaccines

Note: XREF to this site: Q: What is mRNA in a nutshell? A: Messenger RNA vaccines—also called mRNA vaccines—are some of the first COVID-19 vaccines authorized for use in the United States. COVID-19 mRNA vaccines give instructions for cells to … Continue reading

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Mental Health effects of Covid-19

Note: Info taken from: https://www.healthgrades.com/right-care/coronavirus/6-effects-of-covid-19-on-mental-health?cid=63emHLN011821COVID&elqTrackId=C158F25498A31CA669555082684293C9&elq=905d06c84b66426cb2d994eb229a68a0&elqaid=4803&elqat=1&elqCampaignId=2558 Additional Note: This article discusses the “Second Pandemic” of Mental Health, with some additional information/insight. COVID-19, for a variety of intersections with people, can cause an outcome of mental illness: Anxiety; PTSD; Depression; Insomnia; Dementia; … Continue reading

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Hearst Cancer Support Groups

There are various, currently Virtual/Zoom, Cancer Support Groups offered by Hearst – part of Dignity Health. Here’s the link.    

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Social Work job for PSHHC (Senior Properties)

Great opportunity in my part-time role as Social Worker for Peoples’ Self-Help Housing in Morro Bay, CA.  Three different properties (which are basically across two locations. Aside from wellness and advocacy engagements, it’s now all about getting people (if they … Continue reading

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COVID-19 – Info on vaccinations

As of 20210212, there are two approved vaccines – Moderna and Pfizer. To be most effective, both requires two doses.  Second dose of Moderna, after 28 days.  Second dose of Pfizer, after 21 days. Vaccinations are most resilient 14 days … Continue reading

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COVID-19 Information and Resources

20210116 – Cross-Reference to my other site for information and resources on COVID-19, vaccinations, etc.    

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