Frankly Speaking About Family Medicine

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-364 Overview: In this episode, we explore a nonpharmacologic approach to easing symptoms of COVID-19 in patients who are at lower risk of progression. Supported by a small study, a nasal saline rinse and gargle regimen was associated with more rapid symptom resolution and lower hospitalization rates. Learn how a simple salt solution can be an effective step in preventing adverse outcomes of COVID-19 for patients who are at low risk. Episode resource links: Am Col Allergy Asthma and Immunology: https://acaai.org/news/new-study-gargling-with-salt-water-may-help-prevent-covid-hospitalization/ Guest: Jillian Joseph, MPAS, PA-C   Music Credit: Richard Onorato