Tag Archives: Sickness

In Sickness and in Health: COVID-Era Weddings

Those who have a date set for this year must take a COVID-conscious approach, says Andre Wells, an event designer based in Washington, D.C. This includes having protective equipment stations, multiple hand-washing sites, plenty of room to practice responsible social distancing — and even people to take temperatures when guests arrive. “COVID affects everything about… Read More »

Marijuana Use More Common in Pregnant Women with Morning Sickness

A recent article published in JAMA Internal Medicine raises concerns regarding the increasing use of marijuana in pregnant women.  According to data derived from two small surveys, women reported using marijuana to alleviate morning sickness, also known as nausea and vomiting in pregnancy (NVP).  An epidemiologic study carried out in Hawaii, 4735 pregnant women (2009-2011)… Read More »