Suggested safety guidelines for Florida beachgoers who get injections or acupuncture

Several cases of necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating bacteria, have been spiking in different areas of Florida for several weeks. One of the most recent cases was a man who had a steroid injection in his back in the days before his beach visit (read more here). Because of my background as a massageContinue reading “Suggested safety guidelines for Florida beachgoers who get injections or acupuncture”

How I prepared my acupuncture and massage practice for Hurricane Irma

In 2017, Southwest Florida braced for impact from Hurricane Irma. I was on medical leave from my newspaper job as well as my acupuncture and massage practice after surgery, but I got clearance from my surgeon days before to resume light-duty activities. I spent a not-so-light weekend with my family preparing my home and myContinue reading “How I prepared my acupuncture and massage practice for Hurricane Irma”