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This installment features Melissa Bowden, R.N., an emergency room clinical manager who works in Los Angeles. She oversees day-to-day operations of the emergency room and is also involved in clinical care. (The below exchange details Bowdens personal experience and perspective. Getty / Utamaru Kido; Designed by Morgan Johnson Shes not speaking on behalf of her workplaces.) SELF: I want to start by asking how youre feeling today. M.B.:[Laughs.] I would say exhaustion is an understatement....

None of us has symptoms, none of us has been exposed, none of us is high-risk. We dont even have many cases in our area. Why do we still have to isolate ourselves as much as possible? Getty / Essa Balghonaim / EyeEm; Designed by Morgan Johnson The short answer: Because we know that the new coronavirus can spread before people have symptoms. And we know thatnot everyone is getting tested....

We have to talk about surprising foods you might freeze. And of course be sure that after you hit the store youwash your handsproperly.) Also, social distancing is a real thing that we all need to be practicing right now. brozova Freezing is an excellent way to preserve foods, and can be especially useful during these chaotic food-shopping times. Below are seven foods it’s possible for you to freeze now and use later....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Is it just me or have the last couple of weeks felt like the longest year ever? Getty / MundusImages Its all many of us can think about, talk about, wonder about. These in-person interactions are often the foundational backbone to our sobriety. Establish consistent, healthy routines....

Well, not here. disinfecting surfaces, and praying that your toilet paper pillow fort wont run out. Every morning I take five prescription medications (on a good day). Linda Raymond I have to get my liver and kidneys checked regularly because of said medications. One of my meds has a possible side effect of upper respiratory tract infection. And my dosage was increased recently. And Im stressing out about this a bit....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. But one thing Ive actually been doing is shaving, thanks to my new love for Athena Clubs razor. Images courtesy of the brands We dont have a very large apartment, but I was pleasantly surprised when we opened the box! Its a splurge ($50…in this economy?...

However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Canned foodis a surprisingly big topic of conversation right now. One more thing: Buy only what you need. Images courtesy of the brands Perpublic health officialsand retailers, panic-buying in large quantities is unnecessary and can contribute to shortages. All products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Weve all had those days when weve woken up in the morning and thought, Today? Images courtesy of the brands (No judgement, seriously.) Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Moisturising Micellar Water Dermstore Weve raved aboutthis beloved micellar water before. Bumble and Bumble Pret-a-Powder Nordstrom Heres another best-selling shampoo alternative thathairstylists love....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Open your windows and shades. Adobe Stock Same goes for lighting some fresh-smelling candles, like Bath & Body Worksaromatherapy collection. My favorite right now is the rosemary and peppermint scent ($25,Bath & Body Works). 2. make a run at stick to basic self-care. That said, trying to practice basicself-careis a worthy goal every day, even if it only happens sometimes....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. In the morning, youll wake up to a calmer, clearer complexionor so the packages say. Images courtesy of the brands These claims are as appealing as they are bold. Generally speaking, pimple patches are just hydrocolloid bandages in cuter, smaller, single-serve packaging. That sounds great, but do they work?...

Will it really take12 to 18 months, like we keep hearing? Heres what they have to say about the road to a new coronavirusvaccine. How close are we to a new coronavirus vaccine? Heather Hazzan; Design by Morgan Johnson Falzarano puts it simply: We dont have one, he tells SELF. In fact, he explains, there are no approved coronavirus vaccines that are used in humans. Bottazzi sums it up well: Vaccines are not easy to develop, she tells SELF....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. These numbers are only going to rise. Getty / Stacy Morrison; Designed by Morgan Johnson Its still worth talking about all of this with a medical professional. Here are more tips for anyone caring for someone with the new coronavirus. First, see to it you understand how the new coronavirus is transmitted....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Ive never been someone who likes to exercise at home. Jordan Tiberio for SELF But theres nothing like a deadly pandemic to shift your perspective. And thats a good thing. I get that this sucks all around. It sucks for gym owners, employees, trainers, and group fitness instructors....