How to Protect Yourself and Suggested Sources for Reliable Information
During this challenging time, the need for accurate information is essential for those making decisions for their families. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is working to coordinate information from multiple credible sources and partners for use by doctors of chiropractic and their offices throughout the country. Patients and the general public are encouraged to do the same and seek out credible sources for information.
As a service to the public, ACA is also committed to clarifying misinformation related to chiropractic care that may cause confusion. For example, some claims are being made that spinal adjustments can boost immunity and decrease the risk of contracting COVID-19. While spinal adjustments are effective for a number of conditions, there is no quality evidence to support that they can improve immunity to COVID-19.
We encourage the public to become familiar with COVID-19 information and prevention strategies offered by the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention and other respected health organizations. We have listed several suggestions below, and will continue to update this page as new information becomes available.
News
- Fox 6, Milwaukee, WI: Can a spinal adjustment protect you from COVID-19? – Featuring ACA Legislative Chair Dr. Keith Overland
- NBC News: Home Office Ergonomics – Featuring Tips and Advice from ACA
- HHS has relaxed HIPAA rules to allow providers to communicate with patients via telehealth services.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- How to Protect Yourself (wash hands often, avoid close contact, and more)
- If You Think You Are Sick
- What You Need to Know
- Resources for Your Community
- Information for Healthcare Professionals
World Health Organization
- Public Advice
- Technical Guidance and Global Research
- Scam Alerts
Mental Health
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) COVID-19 Information and Resources – a comprehensive resource for those experiencing stress, anxiety and other challenges during this difficult time, with links to a wide range of mental health information and community resources.
- Managing Stress and the Threat of COVID-19 (PDF) – from the Minnesota Department of Health. Understand common stress reactions to increase your ability to cope during a public health emergency such as COVID-19.
- Care for Your Coronavirus Anxiety – resources to cope with anxiety, including free recorded meditations.
- SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline and Text to Talk line – from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Kids’ Mental Health
- Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Fact sheet – from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network; includes age-appropriate strategies.
- Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource provided by the National Association of School Psychologists
- Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus
A comic based on a story by NPR education reporter Cory Turner.
American Public Health Association (APHA)
APHA has created a quick fact sheet for the public.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
CMS provides guidance for healthcare workers, such as specifics for working in nursing homes and protective mask guidance.
State and Territorial Health Department Websites
Check with your state health department for procedures for testing and other updates. Click here for links to health departments in all 50 states, 8 U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.