Alexandria DeMons

Student in HPEX 353-901, disease trends, prevention & control. Archived 05/2021

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

@amandatpwk_ @HPEX353_1 I definitely do believe that our lifestyles and diet has a huge affect on health outcomes. It’s always so interesting to see the different things that are allowed in the U.S. versus Europe.

[abigail deza @abdeza09]

@alexdemons353 @HPEX353_1 I really like the purple and pink ones! My manager has camo ones that are really cute. I love how they get so fun with them!

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

@abdeza09 @HPEX353_1 My go to is tik tok or twitter! But typically at night, I’ve noticed that videos and tweets seem to be funnier when it’s dark outside.

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

@abdeza09 @HPEX353_1 This article was so informative. As I’be gotten older I have learned to make sure that I make time for myself and other friends when in relationships!

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

@LaurenWHPEX353 @abdeza09 @HPEX353_1 I personally believe environmental factors plays such a huge role. Access to foods, health care, extracurricular and exposure to overall different agents is not something I believe we talk about enough.

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

@abdeza09 @HPEX353_1 I also loved going to summer sleep away camp. I’m also a nanny and know how gross children can be and also how they aren’t really too fond of maintaining personal hygiene. I personally believe that kids are definitely a medium of spreading covid. I would wait one more year.

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

Air pollution is becoming an increasing issue that is linked to many sdverse health effects and outcomes. Do you notice any significant changes in air quality when you go from the city to less populated areas? https://t.co/hEwURt1h3J @HPEX353_1 #hpex353_1 #hrd

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

I try to eat all of my foods I purchase to eliminate food waste. My favorite hack is putting a paper towel in with bagged greens like spinach or salad to keep the leaves from wilting, what’s yours? @HPEX353_1 #hpex353_1 #hrd

[WebMD @WebMD]

Fresh fruits and veggies seem to have a way of going bad before you can eat them all. Learn the smartest ways to store your produce to keep it fresher longer: https://t.co/kbet6hDnN4

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

Typically I will catch a cold twice a year but have not gotten sick since the start of the pandemic. I am fully vaccinated but definitely will continue to use masks and frequent hand washing in my everyday life. Do you plan on keeping your masks? @HPEX353_1 #hpex353_1 #hrd

[WebMD @WebMD]

Don't throw out your mask just yet: If COVID-19 follows a seasonal pattern -- similar to the flu -- it could mean a need to reinforce mask-wearing in the winter, experts warn. https://t.co/bYpLlOYJZC

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

I had no idea that so many foods have such a fine line between healthy and poisonous. Are there any foods on this list that surprised you? @HPEX353_1 #hrd #hpex353_1

[WebMD @WebMD]

Did you know the cashews you buy in stores with a raw label aren’t exactly that? Before they hit shelves, they’re steamed to remove a toxin called urushiol -- the same toxin found in poison ivy -- in their shells.
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[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

Watermelon is an excellent fruit that allows for an enjoyable way to get essential vitamins. The only problem is I never know how to tell when it’s ripe and end up asking for help. What is your go to way to figure out when a watermelon is ready to eat? @HPEX353_1 #HPEX353_1 #hrd

[WebMD @WebMD]

Find out the best way to tell if your fruit -- from cantaloupe to watermelon -- is ripe: https://t.co/9Zz8cQRV54

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

What is the craziest cure you’ve heard for covid? A family has been accused of selling a sodium chlorite solution and recommended mixing it with an acidic activator which will combine to make bleach. These claims get “home remedies” get crazier everyday @HPEX353_1 #HPEX353_1 #hrd

[WebMD @WebMD]

A family in Florida has been accused of selling tens of thousands of bottles of bleach as a “miracle cure” for the coronavirus and other diseases. https://t.co/Ir8tn0XAG0

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

It’s really interesting to see how emotional feelings can manifest their as physical symptoms. What are your most common physical symptoms during times of stress? @HPEX353_1 #HPEX353_1 #hrd

[WebMD @WebMD]

Yes, broken heart syndrome is a real thing. Sudden, intense emotion -- a lost loved one or ended romance, for example -- affects the heart, causing sharp chest pain and making it hard to breathe. The heart doesn’t pump as well for a while. https://t.co/YMyNRSq5wn

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

I completely forgot that there are other vaccines we have to keep up with. The Tdap vaccine should be given every 10 years to protect from preventable diseases. When was the last time you received your Tdap vaccine? https://t.co/kYcnv4DMoP @HPEX353_1 #HPEX353_1 #hrd

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

I recently flew to California and I was extremely surprised to see how strict they are with what type of masks are permitted. They did not allow neck gaiters, masks with valves or face shields by themselves. What color is your favorite mask? @HPEX353_1 #HPEX353_1 #hrd

[WebMD @WebMD]

The TSA has extended its face mask mandate for all commuters and travelers another four months to September 13. Travelers who refuse to wear face coverings could be fined $250 for a first offense and $1,500 for a repeat offense. https://t.co/7Rw4jFi7OU

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

Do you see yourself going on a cruise anytime soon? Cruise ships may begin operating in the near future. I would be a little weary of being so close to people constantly. What are your thoughts? @HPEX353_1 #HPEX353_1
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[WebMD @WebMD]

The CDC says cruise ships can resume operating in U.S. waters -- perhaps by mid-July -- if the cruise lines meet certain requirements, such as proving that 95% of a ship’s guests and 98% of the crew are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. https://t.co/8vE2xfQmsG

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

As access to vaccines continues to expand, demand has started to slow, dropping the chance of herd immunity. How do you continue to stay safe?Concerning drop in people wanting COVID vaccines has experts asking: What can be done? https://t.co/oZTJTLsII2 @HPEX353_1 #HPEX353_1 #hrd

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

Have you posted your covid-19card on social media? Many experts are warning not to as it can give away sensitive personal info and more. Why You Shouldn't Post a Picture of Your COVID-19 Vaccine Card https://t.co/fTzoaqqpI8 via @healthline @HPEX353_1 #hpex353_1 #hrd

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

@amandatpwk_ @HPEX353_1 I have been wondering about this too! Lots of the southern hemisphere barely had a flu season and I believe most of that to be due to social distancing. I do know that this test we gave out more flu vaccines than ever before. Maybe that had something to do with it?

[Alexandria DeMons @alexdemons353]

@abdeza09 @HPEX353_1 I will be wearing my mask long after this is over. This pandemic made me realize how unhygienic and closely packed together we have all been. I used to get sick about twice a year but I have not had a cold since 2019!