Author: Stavros O. Alexopoulos, DPM

If you’re like most Chicago residents, you’re beginning to emerge from weeks and months of staying at home, ready to enjoy the nice weather and visit some of the recently-reopened local restaurants and other businesses. You can have a good time this summer, but it’s important to remember that you still need to take active…

It’s been months since many states issued stay at home orders, and so many families are happy that the good weather is here and they can get outside. Sitting on a chair in the sunshine might be pleasurable, but it’s not going to do much to maintain good health. Instead, use your time outside to…

Our days of isolation have turned into weeks and weeks into months. For many of those remaining at home alone, it’s been hard to remain connected and to keep from sliding into depression. Those staying inside with family have faced other challenges, including keeping kids entertained as quarantine has gone on. Here are some ideas…

We’ve been staying at home for months now, sheltering in place to flatten the curve and keep our community safe from COVID-19. That’s meant giving up some of the little luxuries that we’re accustomed to. For many My Chicago Foot Expert patients, that’s meant doing without spa pedicures. Don’t let lack of access to your favorite salon…

Months into the global pandemic, we have all heard the tips about staying safe from COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus. We’re cultivating new habits such as social distancing and wearing a mask when out in public. These habits will help reduce our risk of infection from coronavirus but, of course, that’s not…

Foot doctors like Cook County podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos are accustomed to seeing a condition called chilblains (also known as pernio) that commonly affects patients. Signs of chilblains include redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort. Women and people with vascular illnesses such as Raynaud’s disease or autoimmune diseases like Lupus are at increased risk of developing chilblains….

Whether you’re isolating alone or with family, these can be difficult, stressful days. If you’re experiencing depression or anxiety, you’re not alone. Many people are having difficulty with mental and emotional health. Turning to food for relief is easy, but it’s probably not a good long-term choice. Many of the items that we think of…

We’ve all been self-isolating and maintaining social distance for weeks, working hard and making sacrifices to keep ourselves and our families healthy during the global Covid-19 pandemic. But what about your mind? Quarantine at home can pose challenges to mental health, especially if you’re alone, but there are so many things you can do to…

How is your self-isolation going? Maintaining the motivation necessary for self-care can be challenging when you’re home day after day. Be sure to take steps to protect physical mental health until life returns to normal! Eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Get outside when you can. Exercise. Stay connected; visit virtually with…

Many Chicago residents are staying home, venturing out only for the most essential of errands, such as grocery shopping and visits to the pharmacy. It is a critical component of “flattening the curve,” slowing the spread of COVID-19 and minimizing the number of Americans affected. It can be hard, but your sacrifice helps keep us…