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Supporting Your Health During & After COVID-19

Over the past two months, our collective attention as a society has been almost entirely focused on one thing: avoiding exposure to COVID-19. And while we’ve been practicing effective social distancing, staying safe at home, and managing our new routines— it is also likely that many of us have started to overlook our present-day health needs. Despite everything happening around the world and in our own communities, our own emotional, physical, and mental health requires continued personalized care. In addition, access to healthcare providers and resources may be significantly limited for some individuals. Despite these challenges, there are simple steps we can take to maintain some control over our health. Taking the time to carve out these new practices today, means that our health could be more streamlined and easier to manage in the coming months.

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Supporting Your Health During & After A Pandemic

At this time, no one has the ability to predict when the pandemic will officially end. This daily uncertainty means that many of us already have or likely will develop mild to moderate symptoms of stress-related conditions such as sleep disturbances, high blood pressure, flares in autoimmune conditions, or increased inflammation. In an attempt to avoid non-essential trips to hospitals and doctor’s offices, many people are also opting to delay their annually scheduled doctor visits for lab work or physicals. This is a difficult decision that should be weighed carefully.

It’s very easy to get engulfed by the dozens of things that call our attention and neglect the subtle changes to our health and wellbeing, especially if our mild symptoms are not alerting us to pay attention. Try to pay attention to how you’re feeling day by day by keeping a brief mood and health diary. In the evening, take 5 minutes to jot down how you were feeling that day. Did you experience anxiety, headaches, new acne breakouts, poor sleep the previous night, or maybe flares in eczema? These little symptoms, although not seemingly significant in our day to day, may be significant if they repeat over time. Keeping a brief daily diary can help you notice the timeline of patterns of new symptoms. This can be extremely helpful for your first doctor’s visit after COVID.

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During quarantine and after, continue to prioritize good sleep hygiene and regular exercise. Both of these areas may have gone askew in the past few weeks, for better or worse. Once we regain our normal routines, sleep and movement are extremely important to maintain within our schedules. Good quality sleep and daily movement contribute to positive nervous system health, stress management, healthy metabolism and weight, optimal digestion, and good mental health.

Prioritize Your Health Today

Does your family need physical or emotional support during this time? Richmond Natural Medicine is offering virtual appointments with all of our naturopathic doctors. You can request an appointment online and learn more about what to expect from a Telemedicine appointment with us. You can also take advantage of our current offers for both new and existing patients:

  • $20 off return appointments
  • $40 off new patient appointments

These offers are available until June 1st, 2020. Patients MUST mention the offer when scheduling or at checkout in order for the discount to be applied.

From all of us at RNM, we hope that you and your family are staying healthy and safe. If you need support, we are here to help.
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Telemedicine at Richmond Natural Medicine
Telemedicine Appointments at RNM
During this challenging time, Richmond Natural Medicine is adapting to the unpredictable nature of our regional quarantine orders while still striving to provide excellent care and support to our patients.

We are a small business that, like so many others, made the early decision to close our doors to the public for the collective safety of our community. Even though our office is closed to visitors, our staff and doctors are still available to support you from the comfort of your own home, as we have fully transitioned our practice to a telemedicine platform.

All of our naturopathic practitioners are offering telemedicine appointments for both new and existing patients of Richmond Natural Medicine. Our new telemedicine options ensure that your health will continue to be supported seamlessly during this difficult time. We understand that now, more than ever, you need continued and extended support. Our doctors are here for you whether you need support with an existing health condition, guidance with a new physical or emotional challenge, or comprehensive preventative care.

What to Expect During a Telemedicine Appointment

During your telemedicine appointment, you’ll receive the same exceptional level of care and attention you would receive during an in-person visit with our naturopathic doctors. Many of our existing patients have enjoyed the convenience of our phone appointments, which are still available at this time.

We are also excited to offer video telemedicine appointments through our secure patient portal. Our OptiMantra patient portal is HIPAA-secure and easy to use both on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Video appointments are an option for both new and existing patients of RNM. Phone appointments are available only for existing patients, as we would prefer to see our new patients face-to-face during the first visit. The New Patient paperwork has also fully transitioned online and is available for submission directly through the patient portal. Our front desk staff is available to help you create an account through the portal, navigate any paperwork or submission of records, and troubleshoot any technical issues that may arise.

During your telemedicine appointment, your naturopathic doctor will gather new and past information about your health and create, or update your health plan. Your health plan will include unique recommendations ranging from lifestyle and diet changes to the use of supplements and gentle remedies to support healing. Following your telemedicine appointment, your health plan will be emailed directly to you and our front desk staff will call you to complete refills, receive payment, and schedule your next visit. In between appointments, our doctors are available via email and phone for correspondence.

Your Supplement Needs

Although our doors are closed to the public, our medicinary is still open for refills of vitamins, minerals, herbal tinctures, homeopathic preparations, and more. To refill your items, call our office and our front desk staff will assist you with payment, availability, and delivery. To acquire your items, you may pick up through contact-free curbside service outside our building or request delivery of your items directly to your home.

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Richmond Natural Medicine is encouraging new and existing patients to keep up with their health during these challenging times by offering $20 off all telemedicine follow-up appointments and $40 off all telemedicine new patient appointments until June 1st, 2020.

To schedule your telemedicine visit, request an appointment on our website or call our office, (804) 977-2634. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have about pricing, conditions we see, and technology issues with telemedicine. Remember, our first priority is your health. We hope you are staying well and safe at home.

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