Osteoporosis prevention

Osteoporosis is a disease that can affect anyone, but is most prevalent in women over the age of 60. Check out my segment from CTV Morning Live Regina to find out more about osteoporosis and how to prevent it! I’ll also be posting a more detailed video on my YouTube channel soon. Stay tuned!

https://regina.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=2307861&jwsource=cl

Disclosure: The segment has a sponsor but as a guest, I have no affiliation with the sponsor and they did not have input into the information I shared.

How to celebrate Halloween safely (Breakfast Television Interview)

Dr. Lu shares tips on how to have a safe Halloween during the COVID-19 pandemic.

It’s time for the Flu Shot (Breakfast Television Interview)

Dr. Yvette Lu explains why the COVID-19 pandemic makes it particularly important to get the flu vaccine this year.

How To Gather Safely (Breakfast Television Interview)

COVID-19 cases are rising again as we are seeing more people. Here are tips on how to gather safely so that we can keep the number of cases low.

✅ Keep your groups small‬
✅ Stay in your own group & know everyone’s contact info‬
✅ Avoid gathering with different groups every day‬
✅ Stay physically distant‬
✅ Choose outdoor activities‬

Check out the interview for more details!

Debunking COVID-19 myths (Breakfast Television Interview)

Will warmer weather make COVID-19 go away?

Do home remedies work?

Should we take Vitamin D to prevent COVID-19?

Can flushing the toilet spread COVID-19?

These questions and more discussed on today’s chat!

COVID-19: What to expect this summer (video)

What will my summer of 2020 look like? Do I have to physically distance? How many people can I socialize with? What on earth is a pandemic bubble? Is it safe to eat at restaurants? Can I host a gathering? Will there be concerts and festivals? Can I play outdoor sports? Will there be organized sports? How will everything look when we open up?

Dr. Yvette Lu looks at what to expect for the summer of 2020 as we continue to deal with the challenges of living during a COVID-19 pandemic.

Twelve more COVID-19 questions answered by Dr. Yvette Lu (video)

A lot of issues have come up since I posted my last video.

In this video, I look at:

  • Where are we at now?
  • When can we open up again and what should businesses do to prepare?
  • Why can’t we just let everyone get the disease?
  • What is the role of antibody testing?
  • What is convalescent plasma therapy?
  • What do I do if I need to see a doctor during this time?
  • Is it safe to go to the ER?
  • Do I need a mask?
  • Do I need to sterilize my groceries?
  • Is it safe to get take out or delivery
  • Can I get COVID-19 from someone who runs or cycles past me?
  • Do I have pandemic fatigue?

This is a long one (19 minutes). Grab some water, have a seat, and enjoy.

Links to items mentioned in the video are below.

Links to items mentioned in the video:

Evidence around using face masks and how to use one properly: https://youtu.be/blUeRGMOog0

Coronavirus FAQ (original video): https://youtu.be/x7eb9OczOck

To donate convalescent plasma, contact Canadian Blood Services. https://blood.ca/convalescentplasma

In the US, contact the Red Cross. http://www.redcross.org/plasma4covid

New York Times documentary by Nick Kristof:

BCCDC Modeling presentation:

https://news.gov.bc.ca/files/COVID19_Update_Modelling-BROADCAST.pdf

Top three COVID-19 questions (Breakfast TV interview)

Dr. Yvette Lu answers your top three COVID-19 questions. Topics discussed:

-COVID-19 symptoms including unique symptoms like COVID toes and loss of smell.

-Who should get a COVID-19 test and how.

-Should I worry if I’m outside and someone runs or cycles by me?

How to navigate your healthcare during the pandemic (Breakfast TV interview)

Dr. Lu explains why it’s important stay in touch with your family doctor during the pandemic, and when to go to the ER.

Do I need a face mask? (Breakfast TV interview)

Dr. Yvette Lu on Breakfast Television talking about masks and what materials to use for them. Approximately 4 minutes.