Acupuncture Clinic of Vallejo

09/14/2021

We are open on Tues, Thurs, & Sat from 9a-12p! Please call to schedule an appointment.

09/14/2021

03/17/2020

Dear Patients,

As you are likely aware, six Bay Area counties has enacted orders to “shelter in place” beginning tomorrow. As part of this new order, since I live in one of these six Bay Area counties, our office will be closed until April 7th.

Please let’s try to flatten the curve and beat this virus by practicing social distancing. Wash your hands frequently and cover your cough or sneezes. Keep you immune system strong by taking good care of yourself.

Wishing you good health and see you in April.

Thank you for your continued support.

Dr. Chang

https://www.google.com/amp/s/abcnews.go.com/amp/Health/wireStory/bay-area-counties-california-order-shelter-place-69627648

Officials in six San Francisco Bay Area counties have issued a shelter-in-place mandate affecting nearly 7 million people, including the city of San Francisco itself

03/13/2020

Dear Patients,

We have been following novel coronavirus (COVID-19) very closely and your wellbeing has always been a top priority for us at the Acupuncture Clinic of Vallejo. We are washing our hands before and after each patient and we have provided hand sanitizer in the waiting room, hallway, and reception desk.

We ask that if you have any cold or flu symptoms to please stay home and call your primary care physician. We highly encourage everyone to follow the best practices listed below to help keep you and your loves ones healthy:

- Wash or sanitize your hands often, preferably with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands
- Stay home if you are feeling unwell, have a fever, or are experiencing shortness of breath
- Cover all coughs or sneezes with a tissue and discard the tissue appropriately

Please take care of yourself and your family during these uncertain times.

02/09/2020

The best way to prevent illnesses is to wash your hands often.

Whether you use soap and water or hand sanitizers, keeping your hands germ-free can help protect you against influenza.

https://www.everydayhealth.com/cold-and-flu/flu-season-tips-washing-your-hands/

Whether you use soap and water or hand sanitizers, keeping your hands germ-free can help protect you against influenza.

02/05/2020

Dear patients,
We are currently aware of the situation with the current virus and the fears that are associated with it. I want to assure you that I have not traveled to Asia in over 60 years and we are checking patients travel in the last few months. We are also not accepting patients with cold and flu symptoms. Please be assured that your safety is our first priority. In addition, our office is disinfected after each patient and is clean and disinfected each night.

From the Solano County of Public Health:

At this time, there are no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus reported in Solano County. While this is considered a serious public health threat, the risk to Solano County residents and the general public is low at this time.

http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/ph/ncov.asp

12/17/2019

Sugar free drinks are not the best for you..here’s why. And some alternatives you should have!

https://www.guttabehealthy.com/sugar-free-drinks-poison-for-our-gut/

Are you looking for an alternative to sugary drinks to help better your gut health? With so many sugar-free drinks to choose from,

12/16/2019

Mix together 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder and 2 tablespoons of honey and keep in a bowl or a jar. Have half a teaspoon daily, but lick and swallow this rather than diluting in water. It's a pure concentration of turmeric and will heal anything that's lurking, infusing your body with warmth.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.prima.co.uk/diet-and-health/healthy-living/news/amp35040/turmeric-benefits/

A sprinkle of the spicy stuff can work wonders on your health

01/07/2019

Winter got you down? Here are some tips to boost your immunity and keep the cold away.

https://www.healthandfitnesstravel.com/advice/topics/boost-your-immune-system/boost-your-immune-system-with-acupuncture-maureen-cromey

Strength and boost your immune system with our expert top tips and advice to ensure that you stay healthy and fit this winter.

09/13/2018

Are you drinking enough water daily?
http://www.freshlysqueezedwater.org.uk/waterarticle2.php

Are You Getting Enough Water? Freshly squeezed water brings you an informative and educational article on the importance of water and human health

09/21/2017

3 ways Ginger helps you Thrive everyday:
- Helps with indigestion
- Fights infection/Boosts immune system
- Helps reduce muscle discomfort (natural anti-inflammatory agent)

07/26/2017

In an interview with Vanity Fair magazine, Angelina Jolie also revealed she developed Bell's Palsy last year, but credits acupuncture for her full recovery.

http://toofab.com/2017/07/26/heres-everything-angelina-jolie-said-about-brad-pitt-split-in-vanity-fair/

Angelina Jolie chose her words very carefully when speaking about ex-husband Brad Pitt in her new cover story for Vanity Fair.

05/03/2016

Over 29 million Americans get migraines and for some reason is more common in women than men.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/migraines-were-destroying-my-life-heres-what-finally-cured-me/2016/05/02/7007b840-f6b1-11e5-9804-537defcc3cf6_story.html

I was 40 when I got my first one; it put me to bed in a fetal position for seven hours.

03/03/2016

Ginger Tea is so good for you. Warms your body to fight off colds and helps with digestion.

http://healthherbs365.com/2016/03/01/why-you-should-start-drinking-ginger-tea-and-heres-the-correct-way-to-make-it/

There’s nothing better than a steaming cup of tea to start your day. While green tea has its benefits, why not switch it up a little and give ginger a try. And if you’re still craving your matcha, you can always grab another cup in afternoon. Here are 6 reasons to drink ginger tea first...

01/19/2016

The World Heath Organization endorses acupuncture. Here are 5 things you probably didn't know!

http://www.theepochtimes.com/n3/1755749-5-things-you-probably-dont-know-about-acupuncture/

The World Health Organization endorses the use of acupuncture for over 100 symptoms and diseases.

11/18/2015

Acupuncture can help with stress!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/16/acupuncture-could-help-prevent-stress_n_2883996.html

10/13/2015

Back pain? Acupuncture can help!

http://www.webmd.com/back-pain/guide/back-pain-and-acupuncture

WebMD discusses how acupuncture can help with back pain and why certain points on the back are chosen for acupuncture.