Hyperbaric Application to COVID-19 Pulmonary Infection
by Paul Harch, MD
COVID-19 Testing: What Clinicians Need to Know
Andrea Gruszecki, ND
This article points out several factors to consider when choosing the most accurate tests for determining COVID-19 status.
Jule Klotter
Literature Review & Commentary
Alan R. Gaby, MD
Pathways to Healing
Elaine Zablocki
US Healthcare System – Complex and Unique
Untangling the Lyme/Mold Conundrum
Nicola McFadzean Ducharme, ND
A naturopathic physician who specializes in treating tick-borne diseases explains how she treats patients who have both Lyme disease and mold toxicity. By focusing on the commonalities between the two conditions, she has developed an effective treatment plan that doesn’t overwhelm the patient.
MyLymeData
Dorothy Leland
A patient registry for people with tick-borne infections is providing researchers and physicians with clues about diagnosis, treatments, quality of life, and more.
The Link Between Mold Toxicity and Occult Infections:
Functional Medicine Leads the Way
Jill Carnahan, MD
Identifying and treating mold-related illness can improve the health of people struggling with hidden infections.
The Next Generation of Lyme Disease – A Focus on Gestational Transmission
Michelle McKeon, MS
Lyme disease has been added to the list of infectious diseases that can be transmitted to the fetus during pregnancy, affecting outcome and infant health.
In the Spirit of Connectedness
Aparna Taylor, MSc, ND
Compassionate connection between doctor and patient is an important aspect of treatment and enhances the well-being of both.
Charles Mraz and the Art of Bee Venom Therapy
Dr. Douglas Lobay, BSc, ND
Early in his medical career, the author began using this traditional therapy for pain and inflammatory conditions, including arthritis and multiple sclerosis.
Rationale for Vitamin C Treatment of COVID-19 and Other Viruses
Orthomolecular Medicine News Service Editorial Review Board
Decades of research support the effective and safe use of ascorbic acid to treat viral illnesses, including COVID-19.
Considerations for the Use of Glutathione or Its Precursor in COVID-19 Patients
Zina Kroner, DO
Because of its roles in oxidative defense and immune function, glutathione may be another beneficial supplement for preventing and treating COVID-19.
Pectin – An Alternative to Synthetic Chelators?
Eleonore Blaurock-Busch, PhD
Several studies show that modified citrus pectin can help remove toxic metals from the body.
The Potential Role of the Mitochondria and Nicotinamide Riboside in Addressing COVID-19
Chris D. Meletis, ND
Raising the body’s levels of NAD+, an essential coenzyme needed for energy production and macrophage function, with nicotinamide riboside may be beneficial for COVID-19 patients.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: A Trial by Fear
Artemis Celt, ND
A naturopathic physician takes an introspective look at the consequences, challenges, and opportunities that accompany the fear incited by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Letters to the Editor
- Re: JAMA and Probiotics
- Homeopathy Politics
- Pharmacokinetics of Ascorbic Acid
- Clarification on the Use of Intravenous Vitamin C for COVID-19
- Re: Acetyl-Glutathione and COVID-19
News
- Holistic Health Community: An Emerging Healthcare Model
- Based on the Economics of Generosity
Environmental Medicine Update
Marianne Marchese, ND
Immunotoxicity – Toxicants’ Effects on the Immune System
Pediatric Pearls
Michelle Perro, MD
To Treat or Not to Treat?
Ask Dr. J
Jim Cross, ND, LAc
No Man’s Land
Curmudgeon’s Corner
Jacob Schor, ND, FABNO
Homeopathic Prophylaxis of Poison Ivy
Book Review
The Textbook of Naturopathic Oncology
by Gurdev Parmar, ND, FABNO; Tina Kaczor, ND (ed)
review by Jacob Schor, ND, FABNO
Video Review
Vaxxed II: The People’s Truth
a film by Brian Burrowes and Tobias Tommey
review by Jule Klotter
Editorial
Alan R. Gaby, MD
Some Thoughts About Using Probiotics
List of Advertisers in this Issue
LIST OF ‘ONLINE ONLY’ ARTICLES POSTED THIS MONTH
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Bioinformatics Tools for COVID-19 Management
Peter D’Adamo, ND
Director of the Center of Generative Medicine at University of
Bridgeport’s College of Naturopathic Medicine, Peter D’Adamo has
provided Townsend Letter readers with databases and bioinformatic apps
that help practitioners integrate evidence-based, natural treatments in
their practice. In this article, he shares a database of agents known or
suspected to have anti-coronavirus activity and a COVID-19 tracker app,
which ranks natural products based on a patient’s stage of the infection.
Homeopathic Vaccination and Prophylaxis – The Time Has Come for
Controlled Studies
Thomas A. Kruzel, ND
New technology is letting scientists investigate the biological effects
of ultra-dilutions and nanoparticles, providing new insights about
homeopathy. Former chief medical officer at Arizona’s Southwest College
of Naturopathic Medicine, Thomas Kruzel presents the evidence that
supports homeopathy’s biological effects and homeopathy’s real-world
clinical use to prevent disease during epidemics.
