Mused after hearing the passing of Alex Trebek. Long time host of Jeopardy, worked until 10 days before his death. On a personal note, Ken Jennings, the all-time Jeopardy champ, went to grade school with my two youngest brothers in Korea.

Bags under eyes? Others telling you that you look tired? Upper and Lower Eyelidplasty is now $4995 (normally $5825). Discounts even if you only need upper OR lower eyelid improvement. Expires 12/1/2020.

 Your Choice:

Liposuction is 20% off the surgeon’s fee. Improve contours, address all areas at one time, and recuperate over the weekend. OR:

Coolsculpting: The more you purchase the better the individual price up to 50% off for all consults through November 30.

Call Joni for details and complimentary consult. 513-793-5772.

  Tune up for the holidays!!!

BOTOX/FILLER DISCOUNTS UNTIL JANUARY 2021.

To accommodate you as safely as possible we will continue to offer Botox at $13/unit ($195 per syringe) and Fillers 10% off our normal rate. Dr. McKenna does the injections himself! So you get 30 years’ experience and over 50,000 syringes of Botox injected.

Voluma filler for cheeks and chin is $100 off using one of the limited rebates we have from Allergan. Cheek enhancement or chin reshaping.

**Two other important factors: We do our surgeries HERE at our accredited surgery center and not at a hospital and patients who have had prior surgeries with us get a discount.

Vitamin D and Coronavirus

Two weeks ago we looked at the benefits of zinc to our immune system. Today we’ll discuss the latest in Vitamin D helping our immune system.

The JAMA published that risk of testing positive for coronavirus was 1.77 times higher for those that are vitamin D deficient. But there is no demonstration that it is the cause of a higher risk.

Vitamin D supports the immune system. The debate is how much a role it plays in protecting from Covid-19 according to Dr. Julian Tang, virologist at the University of Leicester. Vitamin D boosts our immune system by stimulating production of cathelicidin, an antimicrobial protein that serves as a “natural antibiotic” according to Michael Zasloff, professor at Georgetown Medical Center.

(Did You Know? Sunlight synthesizes Vitamin D through the skin. Light between wavelengths 290 and 310 are responsible. Unfortunately, this wavelength doesn’t penetrate the atmosphere in northern latitudes in winter.)

Lack of Vitamin D is linked with conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Bone diseases from lack of vitamin D include rickets in children and osteoporosis.

Vitamin D supplements are needed especially in winter. Fifteen micrograms daily are recommended to optimize health. Most people get about 3 a day through diet. Anything above 100 doesn’t yield any benefit. Taking large doses over time can lead to excessive blood calcium levels and damage to the liver and kidneys.

_Stephen Fidler, WSJ

LA DOLCE VITA, JOIE DE VIVRE:

Free Covid-19 tests at CVS!!! Over the weekend I found out that CVS is doing drive-through Covid-19 tests. The pharmacist said that the government and most insurance companies are covering the cost. Go to www.cvs.com and register to set up an appointment.

TESTIMONIAL:

“There is no other place I would recommend! Staff and Dr. M were amazing.” C.B.

Mask Breakout? Our skin care specialists can help. Schedule a facial analysis and micropeel for $98. Medical and prescription skin care products do work!

WE ARE THE ONLY OFFICE with a DOSE machine in Cincinnati. It mixes a unique formulation of Skinceutical ingredients that are professionally diagnosed to address the specific needs of your skin. The specific product comes after you answer a questionnaire about your skin, goals and needs. Each bottle is $195 and lasts roughly 3 months.

Healthy living,

Peter McKenna, M.D.
513.793.5772
www.mckennamd.com