November 8, 2021
The Importance of the Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine
The CDC has officially endorsed the ACIP recommendations that children ages 5 through 11 be vaccinated with the Pfizer-BioNTech pediatric COVID-19 vaccine. This is much welcome news to parents and all families in our community.…
October 20, 2021
Halloween Safety & COVID-19 Guidelines
Coronavirus cases are decreasing across the U.S., but community transmission still remains high amidst the virus’s delta variant. While the CDC has given the “green light” for trick-or-treating this Halloween, Dr. Sara Kopple, Westmed pediatrician…
September 21, 2021
Westmed Now Offers COVID-19 Rapid Testing
We are pleased to announce we now offer COVID-19 rapid tests at our Urgent Care Centers. Rapid testing is only available for patients with no symptoms, and those who do not have a known exposure…
Why Getting the Flu Shot This Year Is More Important Than Ever
Flu season is right around the corner. The exact dates of flu season change every year, but it typically starts when temperatures start to drop in the fall, and ends when temps start to rise…
June 21, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine and Your Children
The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine is now available for everyone ages 12 years and older, and the vaccine is also in clinical trials for children under 12. Though some are still concerned about the safety of…
June 10, 2021
Westmed Develops New Amazon Alexa Skill to Assist Patients with COVID-19 Resources
Westmed Medical Group, a leading multispecialty outpatient practice in NY and CT, has launched its new "My Westmed" Amazon Alexa Skill designed to use voice-enabled technology to help patients access important healthcare resources related to…
May 17, 2021
Fertility and the COVID-19 Vaccine
As more Americans receive the COVID-19 vaccine, just as many remain apprehensive, unsure or misinformed. Over the last few months, you may have heard rumors or seen social media posts raising the concern about fertility…
May 14, 2021
Please Wear a Mask at Westmed
Please continue to wear a mask in our healthcare facilities to help us prevent the spread of COVID-19. In light of the recent CDC announcement with new guidelines for fully vaccinated persons, it is important…
April 19, 2021
Guidelines for Vaccinated Parents with Unvaccinated Kids
COVID-19 vaccines are finally available for all U.S. residents age 16+. While we collectively work towards beating this pandemic by getting vaccinated, there is one population that will remain unprotected by the vaccine in the…
April 13, 2021
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Update
Important Note: As of April 25, the CDC and FDA have recommended use of the J&J COVID-19 vaccine in the US, after a temporary pause. Get the latest on COVID-19 vaccine information, testing, limited visitor policy and more. April 13,…
March 19, 2021
Westmed Expanding COVID-19 Testing Availability
Westmed is expanding COVID-19 test availability for all patients. All of our Urgent Care sites will now be offering COVID-19 testing for: Back to school Back to work COVID-like symptoms Travel Quarantine testing Confirmed COVID-19…
Could You Be a COVID-19 ‘Long-Hauler’?
To date, approximately 30 million Americans have tested positive for COVID-19, and as many as one-third of them are still feeling the lingering effects of the infection. Although much remains to be learned about “long…
March 18, 2021
Coronavirus variants: What you need to know
CNET.COM As the United States reaches the one-year anniversary of battling the COVID-19 pandemic, there seems to be a light at the end of the tunnel with more vaccines rolling out. But, another potential threat…
March 17, 2021
New CDC Guidelines for Vaccinated Individuals
The CDC recently released guidance on relaxed social distancing/mask use for vaccinated individuals. This is a BIG step toward our “new normal”, and shows the benefits of vaccination, above and beyond protecting you from…
