There Is Still Hope Out There……..And We Are Taking Time Out To Re-Group
To My Loyal Readers-
I want to let you know that we have been ordered by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to stop making any statements about our treatment protocols of Vitamins A, C & D, as well as nutritional IV’s, iodine, ozone and nebulization to support the immune system with respect to Coronavirus Diseases 2019 (COVID-19).
According to this letter:
“It is unlawful under the FTC Act, 15 U.S.C Sec. 41 et seq. to advertise that a product or service can prevent, treat, or cure human disease unless you possess competent and reliable scientific evidence, including, when appropriate, well-controlled human clinical studies, substantiating that the claims are true at the time they are made. For COVID-19, no such study is currently known to exist for the products or services identified above. Thus, any Coronavirus-related prevention or treatment claims regarding such products or services are not supported by competent and reliable scientific evidence. You must immediately cease making all such claims.”
What this means is that I will not be able to blog, post, tweet, email, etc. for a while. We have temporarily put all Social Media platforms in ‘hibernation’ for the time being.
With that being said, there are a few things I want you to know:
– My office, the Center for Holistic Medicine, is NOT closing. I am still here and so are my colleagues! We are committed to taking good care of our patients and we are continuing to accept new patients, as well. Feel free to email us at: info@centerforholisticmedicine.com
– Due to the COVID crises, we have had staff members take a leave of absence in order to quarantine at home. We are doing our best to answer the phones, but we simply do not have the ability to answer all the calls right now. For that I apologize. We are asking for your patience and please know we are doing our best in these trying times. If you need to get a hold of us or make an appointment, email us at: info@centerforholisticmedicine.com
– I am reading every single email and message your are sending me. I am touched beyond words. The uplifting messages mean more than I can say. I appreciate your kindness and support during these difficult times.
– We will get through this. Keep in mind, the vast majority—over 99% of us will survive Cornavirus and move on. At CHM we are committed to providing the best health care that we are capable of and we will continue to do just that.
– Let me know how you are doing! Tell me about your success stories of good health at: info@drbrownstein.com. As I stated above, every post will be read!
– I will still be in contact with you, just to check-in, while we spend this time to re-group.
– Don’t worry! I will DEFINITELY be back! I already have PLAN B ready to go.
To All Our Health!
~DrB
Note: David Brownstein, MD is a conventionally trained Board-Certified Family Physician with the additional overlay of holistic principles. While Dr Brownstein does not claim to have a cure for any illness, he does believe that we can enhance the individual’s immune system by supporting the ‘host’ & the terrain of the host. The human body is well designed and the immune system, when given the proper support, can optimally function.
Disclaimer: The information on any of Dr Brownstein’s blogs should not be used as medical advice. Any therapies that are discussed should be supervised under the guidance of your physician or licensed healthcare professional.
SOURCE:
https://www.drbrownstein.com/there-is-still-hope-out-there........and-we-are-taking-time-out-to-re-group/
Thank you! Dr. B you are a true blessing. May God bless you and your servant’s heart.
Dr. B,
I just want to say thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. I am so grateful for you giving us hope in a world that is currently led by fear.
Blessings to you and your practice,
Jessica Small
Jessica,
So much appreciated!!
DrB
Iodine – a local health store has the following Iodine. Please…can you advice is this is an acceptable Iodine? I don’t have access to Amazon.com in Canada.
Brand: Genestra Liquid Iodine 30ml
Each drop (0.05ml) contains Iodine (potassium iodide/kelp)- 150mcg; Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) Leave – 19.2 mcg; Dulse (Palmaria palamata) Fronds – 19.2mcg.
I am so happy I found a local source of this, but I need confirmation if this Iodine is OK?
Thanks
Kristina,
I would not nebulize with that-I have no idea how those other things will do in a nebulizer.
DrB
This is, without a doubt, the best (and most informative!) blog post I’ve ever read – and I was smiling the whole time I read it. Thanks, Dr. Brownstein.
Kristy,
Thanks. Needed that.
DrB
Hi Dr. B Wondering about nebulizer use for when not sick but dry cough from typical seasonal allergies. Is there is a use for nebulizer to nourish and build lungs when there is no sign of infection or virus?
Appreciate your generosity with info you are finding about treating CoVid.
Liz,
My patients have found benefits with similar symptoms.
DrB
Thank you for all your information Dr. Brownstein!
If you don’t have any of these products but have a nebulizer and albuterol,, will the albuterol work the same way or at least be of some help with the virus?
Carol,
Unfortunately, no is the answer.
DrB
I am not a patient but have followed you for years. I’ve read about what you are doing for your patients during this pandemic and think it has finally convinced me that I need to stop thinking about making an appt and just do it. I’m not sick, but if I do get sick with this I am worried because I’ve had lung issues recently as last November when ER diagnosed me with an internal shingles attack. I actually had very similar symptoms to what is happening with this virus and landed in ER twice. I started with stomach pain, migraine, stabbing back pain, body aches, more severe stomach pain, burning in my lungs, shortness of breath, fever of 103 for 3 days and a dry cough in that order. I also have reactive RA and thyroid issues. I control the RA with glucosamine Chondroitin and follow a gluten free diet. What would you do as a first visit and what is the cost. Thank you for all the good information you write about in your blogs.
Lisa,
Call Ann Salomon for an appt: 248.939.4925.
DrB
Dr. Brownstein, can Covid-19 present as only a bad cold with severe nose congestion, muscle aches, eye pain, weird chest feeling and metallic taste but no fever and only slight cough? Last week I started with a sore throat and started your vitamin dosing strategy and it seems I ended up with a very bad cold due to the severe nose congestion. Could the dosing strategy have prevented it from going to my lungs? I am now on day 10 and much better but still have the nose congestion (but much better), but I have never had nose congestion this long with a cold. It has been almost 8 days. I stopped the high level vitamins. If I had covid could it come back after 10 days and feeling better? Thank you.
Laura,
Yes. It can present as a mild cold.
DrB
Should a person who has had a thyroidectomy and takes levothyroxine also take iodine as part of the supplement protocol for combatting coronavirus?
Diane,
Read my books on iodine and thyroid. The answer is absolutely yes.
DrB
I’m a patient in the offices I have never nebulized before is there a particular brand you recommend?
Wendy,
We are out of nebulizers right now. We expect them in soon but in today’s crazy world, who knows. We use John Bunn brand. I have not found much of a difference between different brands. They can be purchased online as well.
DrB
Dr. B,
I don’t even know how to say this. You’ve covered all the bases (legal and hands-on). Game changer. Everyone needs to share this blog, and act responsibly.
THANK YOU!
Jim E
Hi Dr. Brownstein!
I can’t tell you how grateful I am to have come across you during this time. It has taken so much of the fear out of what’s going on. I’m a 35 year old with hypothyroidism and also no ischemic cardiomyopathy, mitral valve prolapse with moderate regurgitation and ventricular tachycardia. Completely managed with a medication called Sotalol. I think I may be developing symptoms but I’m uncertain. Terrible headache yesterday and last night started with chills and terrible stomachache/nausea. Would it be wise to start your protocol now when showing symptoms of COVID or give it a few days? My heart stuff definitely scares me with this virus not knowing how bad it could affect me. I’m in the Houston area and would love to consult with you or one of your colleagues to make sure I’m doing this right, and safely especially with the medication I’m currently on. Thanks so much!
Brooke,
We are doing telemedicine. Call Ann Salomon for an appointment: 248.939.492.
DrB
It is never too late.
Thank you so much! I will call today!
I’ve read that N95 face masks are in very short supply – and many doctors and nurses are unable to obtain them.
When you go out for groceries, etc. do you wear a non-N95 mask? I say non-N95 mask as it doesn’t make sense to wear N95 masks while getting groceries when physicians cannot get them for higher risk situations.
I’m just wondering as I saw the CDC was considering recommending face covering in public.
FS,
I have not worn a face mask since I am well and not coughing. N95 masks should be reserved for those that truly need them.
DrB
Excellent clarification on how to nebulize. Thank you so much! You are AWESOME!
Hi,
Myself and my 2 daughters (Samantha and Heidi Zuber) are patients of yours. We saw Jenny on 3/16/20. Can I please order 2 of the nebulizer kits? Please let me know how to order them.
Thank you!
Amanda
Amanda,
Call Ann Salomon: 248.939.4925.
DrB