By Larry Quick Tenth in a series The previous article is at thevoice.us/british-telegraph-newspaper-children-not-spreading-covid-19 This week we will consider the effectiveness of face coverings in stopping the spread of COVID-19. Before addressing all-population mask mandates in non-clinical settings, it should be noted that in clinical settings, face mask mandates are often
The community is needed to help those in need. State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will be a partner with the State representatives Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, and Keith Wheeler, R-Oswego, will be host to a blood drive in the basement of the former Aurora Library, 1 E. Benton Street in Aurora,
Microchips, nanotechnology and implanted biosensors (chips in humans) are in the news. The following article was included in the Children’s Health Defense (CHD) website by writer Pam Long. “U.S. military personnel will be the first subjects in nanotechnology trials in the pursuit of optimizing health and early detection of disease
By Larry Quick Ninth in a series Previous article at thevoice.us/one-doctor-sees-little-covid-19-risk-to-those-under-18-years Last week’s article provided an introduction the issues and decisions surrounding the re-opening our schools and universities. These decisions should be based on the best scientific and medical evidence available. We will continue our discussion this week in part
The free drive-through COVID-19 testing site at the Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora is relocating to 2450 N. Farnsworth Avenue, in Aurora, less than one-half mile north of the Chicago Premium Outlets. The free drive-through and walk-up testing site is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. until 4
By Larry Quick Eighth in a series The previous article is at thevoice.us/vitamins-c-and-d-safe-drugs-can-help-avoid-covid-19. This week’s article will address the issue of how best to re-open our schools and universities. Because this is such an important public policy issue, administrative decisions should be based on the best scientific and medical evidence
I read an article in a local newspaper that seemed to suggest that drinking tonic water helps relieve leg cramps. I did a little research and found two things, each the opposite of the other. One side claims that daily small doses of tonic water can help relieve pain and
The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) reminds residents to schedule their flu shots as soon as possible this season. The need for a flu shot is even more important this year due to the presence of coronavirus. The health department warns that flu and COVID-19 each can cause serious respiratory
The Kane County Health Department’s (KCHD) Kane Health Counts Chronic Disease Action Team will present a free Zoom online webinar “Maintaining Your Health During a Pandemic” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8. Dr. Omar Z. Aiyash, family medicine physician, Rush Copley Medical Group, will present on how to manage your
By Larry Quick Seventh in a series The previous article is available at thevoice.us/all-respiratory-viruses-follow-a-bell-shaped-pattern COVID-19 is caused by the SARS-Cov-2 respiratory virus. Have physicians and scientists discovered effective preventative measures and affordable treatments for COVID-19? This week’s article will focus this question. Dr. Delores Cahill, expert immunologist, states that an
In an effort to curb the resurgent spread of COVID-19, Aunt Martha’s Health and Wellness will be a partner with State representative Barbara Hernandez (83rd District) to distribute thousands of free protective facemasks on Thursday, Sept. 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 659 S. River Street, Aurora. The
By Larry Quick Sixth in a series The previous article is at thevoice.us/variations-may-make-it-difficult-to-assess-covid-19-deaths Risk is the possibility or probability of an occurrence. Human beings confront the risk of death every day. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) has calculated that the risk of dying from the influenza for
Aurora Mayor Richard C. Irvin is joining other mayors in a nationwide initiative to increase outside physical activity and reduce heart disease and stroke by encouraging Aurora residents to get up and get moving.“It’s been a long six months of limited activity in order to keep our community safe,” said
By Larry Quick Fifth in a series. The previous articles is at thevoice.us/questions-arise-on-state-covid-19-statistical-accuracy This week we will consider COVID-19 death statistics published by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Kane County Health Department. Certified public accountants recognize the necessity for correct account classification of financial transactions. Correct
August 25, 2020Dear editor; It is the death of common sense: I understand much clearer now the reasons for Christ’s crucifixion: The mob would not defer to truth. Jesus Christ had to go, according to the mob. A virus is not a new invention. Check it out. It was and
By Larry Quick Fourth of a series The previous article is at thevoice.us/kane-county-hospital-covid-19-admissions-low In this week’s article we will consider the accuracy of Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) confirmed case statistics. Does the number of “confirmed cases” accurately reflect a true picture of COVID-19 illness in Illinois? The United
Thomas E. Levy, MD, JD, a board-certified cardiologist, recently stated that whether any therapy is embraced depends almost entirely on how much money can be generated from it. He strongly hints that this is the case with hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19. New drugs always generate more money than old, proven, safe
Beginning August 31, the DuPage County Community Based Testing Site (CBTS) will be open from 7 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday, or until 600 tests are completed each day. The drive-through CBTS opened June 16 on the DuPage County Complex for anyone to be tested for COVID-19. The COVID-19
Naperville Park District has canceled the Kite Fly event, which was scheduled for from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Sunday, Aug. 30 at Frontier Sports Complex, due to the elevated COVID-19 positivity rate in Will County. Although this is an outdoor event, based on participations at previous kite fly events, the
By Larry Quick Third of a series The second part is at thevoice.us/covid-19-positive-tests-meaning How closely do positive COVID-19 lab tests match actual COVID-19 illness in Illinois? This week we will focus on Kane County statistics for positive COVID-19 lab tests, and compare them with Kane County hospital admissions, for individuals
