Update: More COVID-19 testing for essential workers available today. Dr Bar

Glutathione: the most powerful antioxidant in your body

The Mother of All Antioxidants 

Free radicals are unstable molecules that form within the human body due to the constant cellular activity, metabolic processes, or from external sources such as exposure to X-rays, ozone, cigarette smoking, air pollutants, and industrial chemicals. These unstable atoms accumulate in the body and damage cells and tissues causing pre-mature aging or disease. To prevent this degenerative process, antioxidants help neutralize free radicals and reduces oxidative stress. How? By protecting and repairing DNA and keeping the body free from radical damage.

Glutathione is the most powerful antioxidant in the body. It is comprised of three essential amino acids-- glutamic acid, cysteine, and glycine. It could even contribute to longevity and could slow the aging process. These properties reduce inflammation and is essential for immune health. The immune system performs best when these antioxidants get rid of toxins like heavy metals and work in the liver for detoxification. Glutathione can help prevent side effects of drugs and environmental toxins. I like to administer glutathione intravenously because levels in the lungs reduces inflammation in bronchial tubes and lung tissue.

Fuji films ‘ present “COVID Cures”- lead star of the show is AVIGAN slayer of the flu.

Fuji films ‘ present “COVID Cures”- lead star of the show is AVIGAN slayer of the flu. In Shenzhen, a city in China, a clinical trial involving 80 participants demonstrated better chest improvement in those treated with Favipiravir, noted Zhang. Patients treated with the drug tested negative for the genomic trace of the virus in lesser time, compared to those not administered with the drug. The drug was able to shorten the recovery time from 11 days to four days for mild and regular cases.
Another trial in Wuhan showed that the drug shortened fever duration from an average of 4.2 days to 2.5 days. Zhang said that Favipiravir has been effective, without any obvious side-effects, in helping coronavirus patients recover.

Fuji Film had no comment on the Chinese government’s announcement. The company produces Avigan only when the Japanese government provides orders and has no sales target, said a Fuji Film spokeswoman. The company’s shares increased by 15% on Wednesday morning after the announcement.

What can I expect after my COVID-19 house call?

COVID-19 House Call Follow Up Before the visit, I will call for a preliminary screening to go over your symptoms. At the visit, I will check your temperature, breathing, oxygenation, pulse oximeter, your speaking. For early detection in upper respiratory part of the disease, I do PCR. The lab tests for the virus in your secretions will indicate that you are contagious and need to be isolated for at least 7 days. I will need you monitor your symptoms and check in and report your symptoms every day with either myself or my assistant. Sometimes, I will be able to prescribe some medications and vitamins that I will need you to take. The second part of the illness is when COVID-19 goes down into the lungs and requires you to monitor exceptionally well. If your pulse oximeter reading goes down, we need to monitor the deterioration of the lungs and may need to go to the emergency room. If you have shortness of breathe, cannot talk and breathe at the same time, cannot breathe without coughing, please call me or go to the ER. If your symptoms fit COVID, know it is possible to still have the PCR come back negative and it is recommended by the WHO that testing is taken more than once. Newport Concierge Medical AFTER HOURS, SAME DAY, URGENT CARE, HOUSE CALLS. IMAN BAR MD 949-706-1212

FAQ: Can I be tested? What will I need to provide when getting tested?

1. Who does the Center of Disease Control (CDC) consider eligible for the COVID-19 rapid diagnostic PCR test?
a) Anyone 65 years or older with cough, cold, fever, fatigue, or congestion
b) Anyone under 65 with cough, cold, congestion, fever, fatigue and with underlying conditions, such as:
- hypertension - diabetes - on steroids - immune deficiencies - cancer recovery - cardiac conditions - chronic lung disease - asthma 2. If I test negative from the PCR test, am I 100% in the clear?
No. You may need an ELISA antibody test to determine your immune response. Your body may have cleared the virus depending on the day you got the PCR test or you may have insufficient viral material in the specimen of the nasal sample, making the lab results detect a negative. A ELISA test will be able to detect certain immunoglobulins so we can track the progression of your recovery.

3. What do I need to provide to schedule my visit? Before coming to the visit, you will need a copy of both sides of your insurance card and your completed CDC PUI form provided by my staff. Please call 949-706-1212 to start the paperwork. The lab requires this paperwork and your insurance card with your sample so we kindly ask that you have it printed so I may drop off your sample directly after our visit.

4. What information do I need to fill out the forms?
On the CDC PUI form, you will need to report:
Page 1: Demographic info, name, DOB, phone number
Page 2: Symptoms and pre-existing conditions

5. What are the costs of the visit and lab tests?
The cost of a house call is usually $400. However, we are only charging $260 for COVID-19 house calls. The PCR lab test is $150 and the Antibody ELISA Lab Test is $150.

6. How can I pay?
You will need to provide a credit card with your paperwork. A Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account, may be used for expenses. We can provide you with a Superbill to provide to your insurance so that you can inquire about potential reimbursements. Your reimbursement depends on your deductible and plan. Antibody Tests are not billable. However, rapid PCR tests may be covered.

Promising treatments for coronavirus. This is what I found searching for some answers.

1.Transplantation of ACE2- Mesenchymal Stem Cells Improves the Outcome of Patients with COVID-19 Pneumonia
http://www.aginganddisease.org/article/0000/2152-5250/ad-0-0-216.shtml
“Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) have been shown to possess a comprehensive powerful immunomodulatory function.” “The immunomodulating function of MSCs contributed to the main efficacy outcome and the transplantation of MSCs showed impressive positive results. “

2. Coronavirus: critically ill Chinese patient saved by stem cell therapy, study says https://www.scmp.com/news/china/society/article/3053080/coronavirus-critically-ill-chinese-patient-saved-stem-cell
' She was given her final shot on February 15, and two days later was able to leave the intensive care unit and go back to a regular ward. Her vital signs had returned to normal and a throat swab test for Covid-19 came back negative. "

3. New COVID-19 treatment has helped dozens in China, UNTHSC researchers say.
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/health/coronavirus/new-covid-19-treatment-has-helped-dozens-in-china-unthsc-researchers-say/287-22675c63-0cac-4837-843f-c7a0748afdc5
“A 65-year-old Chinese woman who fell seriously ill after being infected with the coronavirus made a startling recovery after being given
stem cell therapy, according to a new study by Chinese scientists.”

                 This is the American company that produces MSC... read the press release:

Predictive just issued this press release http://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2020/03/17/2002055/0/en/Predictive-Technology-Group-Addresses-Use-of-Mesenchymal-Stem-Cells-in-Treatment-of-Secondary-Issues-Related-to-Coronavirus.html. It is attached as a pdf too.

This is very promising since MSC has been used for Arthritis, back pain, post-stroke and for anti-aging. This might be like hitting more than 2 birds with one stone recovering from  COVID-19 virus and look much younger with one shot.

COVID-19 testing Instructions, please review before your visit.

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Thank you.

Dr. Iman Bar