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Felice Gersh: Dealing with coronavirus

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Episode notes

Coronavirus is the only topic on our minds at the moment. The global health crisis surrounding Covid-19 has led to a national emergency being declared in the United States as populations around the world grapple with the implications of a pandemic that may still be in its early stages. Living long and well may be our goal in normal times, but just getting through the next few months is a greater concern right now. In this episode of the Live Long and Master Aging podcast, with Peter Bowes, Dr. Felice Gersh, a physician from Irvine in California and integrative medicine specialist, discusses the practical implications of a disease that has gripped the world with fear and uncertainly.  

In this episode we cover:

• Coronavirus: the global threat and our response to it. 
• The impact on doctors’ surgeries and the rise of telemedicine.
• Social distancing - what it means and how to achieve it.
• The implications of a viral pandemic for dietary regimes - whether they be for weight-loss or longevity.
• Fasting and the immune system.
• Surviving at home or in isolation.
• Are men and women equally vulnerable to coronavirus.
• Going into emergency mode and maintaing best health practices.
• Exercise regimes during a health crisis. 
• Calming the mind and dealing with the stress.
• Seeing beyond the crisis and helping each other.

The Live Long and Master Aging podcast shares ideas but does not offer medical advice.  If you have health concerns of any kind you should consult your own doctor or professional health adviser.