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Fighting COVID-19 With Regeneron Infusions

What is Regeneron?

Regeneron is a monoclonal antibody treatment, a combination of two antibodies called casirivimab and imdevimab, that has been shown, in recent clinical trials, to reduce COVID-19 related hospitalization or deaths in high-risk patients by approximately 70%. When Regeneron is administered to an exposed individual, such as someone living with a person who is infected, Regeneron reduced their risk of developing an infection with symptoms by 80%. 

How Does Regeneron Work?

Regeneron consists of monoclonal antibodies. Monoclonal antibodies are like the antibodies that your body makes to fight against infections, however, they are made in the labs of pharmaceutical companies, like Regeneron. These antibodies are specially designed to target the coronavirus spike protein. When the antibodies bind to the spike protein, they work by blocking the virus from entering your body’s cells. By preventing the virus from entering the cells of the body, it is unable to make copies of itself and spread. 

What if I Am Already Sick?

If you are already infected with COVID-19, monoclonal antibodies can prevent the development of severe symptoms that require hospitalization. 

If you have recently been exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, monoclonal antibodies can fend off the virus to prevent you from becoming sick.

Does Regeneron Work Against the Delta Variant?

Yes.

When Should You Receive a Regeneron Infusion? 

Timing is a critical component of Regeneron treatment. The earlier you receive Regeneron, the more effective it is at treating or preventing COVID-19. Studies have shown that Regeneron is most effective within the first 4 to 5 days of symptoms. Monoclonal antibodies cannot be given after 10 days of symptoms.

How is Regeneron Different From The COVID-19 Vaccine?

The purpose of a vaccine is to help stimulate and prepare your immune system to respond if or when you are exposed to the virus. A vaccine prepares your immune system to create all these antibodies before they are needed.

Monoclonal antibodies boost the immune system after you are already sick, speeding up your immune response to prevent COVID-19 from getting worse. Monoclonal antibodies can be thought of as guided missiles that target and neutralize the virus. While effective for about a month, monoclonal antibodies are not a long-term solution. A vaccine offers significant protection for a much longer period of time. 

Who’s eligible for monoclonal antibodies?

There are two authorized uses for monoclonal antibodies: 

   1. To treat or stop COVID-19’s progression in a high-risk person who tests positive, 

   2. And to prevent COVID-19 in a high-risk person who’s been exposed.

To qualify for the treatment of mild or moderate disease, a person must test positive for COVID-19, have had symptoms for fewer than 10 days, not be hospitalized or on oxygen because of COVID-19, and be at high risk for the disease to get worse.

The FDA has recently expanded what it means to be high-risk for severe COVID-19. A much great number of people now may qualify for monoclonal antibodies, including those with:

  • high blood pressure
  • heart disease
  • a body mass index (BMI) higher than 30
  • an autoimmune disorder
  • people taking immunosuppressant drugs
  • people who are pregnant.

The same groups of high-risk people can get monoclonal antibodies to prevent COVID-19 if they have been exposed. If you or a loved one is immunocompromised, based on CDC guidelines, and spent 15 minutes or longer within 6 feet of someone who tested positive, you likely qualify for a preventive monoclonal antibodies infusion.

As for vaccinated folks, there’s no evidence that the treatment doesn’t work or is harmful to them, but vaccinated people have a lower risk of getting COVID-19 when exposed, and of developing severe COVID-19 if they do become infected, so they don’t generally qualify for monoclonal antibodies for prevention. 

What Are The Possible Side Effects of Regeneron? 

Allergic Reactions:

Allergic reactions can happen during and after infusion of Regeneron. The symptoms of an allergic reaction can consists of but are not limited to the following: 

  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Shortness of breath
  • Low or high blood pressure
  • Rapid or slow heart rate
  • Chest discomfort or pain
  • Weakness
  • Confusion
  • Feeling tired
  • Wheezing
  • Swelling of your lips, face or throat
  • Rash including hives
  • Itching
  • Muscle aches
  • Feeling faint and/or dizzy
  • Sweating 

Worsening Symptoms After Treatment:

You may experience new or worsening symptoms after infusion. These symptoms include but are not limited to:

  • Fever
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Rapid or slow heart rate 
  • Tiredness
  • Weakness 
  • Confusion 

The side effects of getting any medication by vein may include brief pain, bleeding, bruising of the skin, soreness, swelling and possible infection at the infusion site. 

How Long Does A Regeneron Infusion Take?

If you are receiving a Regeneron infusion, the infusion will take approximately 20 to 50 minutes or longer. 

After the initial dose, if your healthcare provider determines that you need to receive additional doses of Regeneron for ongoing protection, the additional infusion doses would be administered monthly. 

How Can I Receive a Regeneron Infusion at Home? 

Someone interested in receiving a Regeneron Infusion has options to consider. While most will receive the treatment in a medical setting, an increasing number of people are opting for in-home treatment. The comfort and convenience of receiving a Regeneron Infusion in the privacy of your home cannot be overstated. 

Kinkaid Private Care coordinates the highest quality in-home Regeneron Infusion therapy throughout the Los Angeles area. This includes Beverly Hills, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, Bel Air, and surrounding cities. The compassionate professional nursing staff at Kinkaid Private Care will connect you to expert home care nurses who can administer a Regeneron Infusion in the comfort of your private residence. Call Kinkaid Private Care today at (866) 573-1542.

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Is Home Nursing Care Safe During Covid?

Our lives may revolve around the Covid-19 pandemic as we try to navigate this difficult time, but that doesn’t mean the need for nursing care has gone away. In fact, during a public health crisis, it is more important than ever to ensure you receive the proper care for whatever you need, even if it is unrelated to Covid-19.

Moreover, because we should try to stay at home whenever possible (and because receiving care at home allows you to avoid the stress of going in public during the pandemic), receiving nursing care in the comfort of your home is ideal.

But that begs the question: Is home nursing care safe during Covid? In this article, we will discuss what to look for while seeking home care to ensure you receive your care safely.

What to Look for While Receiving Home Nursing Care During Covid:

Receiving home nursing care during Covid may sound risky, but receiving home care can actually be even safer than going to a hospital or doctor’s office. While looking for safe in-home nursing care during the Covid era, be sure to do the following:

  • Seek Excellent Communicators: Seeking good communicators for in-home nursing care is always important, but it is even more so during Covid. Since you must be able to trust your caregivers that they are being careful while not at your home, you need to be able to communicate with them effectively. In other words, you need to be able to clearly and concisely communicate your concerns and they must be able to clearly and concisely communicate the precautions they take. As Covid-19 can be dangerous for most people requiring home care, it is crucial to be able to communicate clearly with your caregivers.
  • Make Sure Your Caregivers Have a Comprehensive Plan: We recommend calling any prospective caregiver to go over every detail of their Covid protocols. Make sure you are comfortable with everything they do to avoid the spread of disease. Also, make sure their plan aligns with CDC recommendations.
  • Seek Testimonials: One of the best ways to ensure credibility and trust is to make sure your caregivers have a track record of success. Read through your caregivers’ reviews on Google and their website to ensure they have experience providing excellent care. If possible, try to get a referral as well.

Receive in-Home Nursing Care with Kinkaid in Los Angeles:

If you or your loved one is in need of in-home nursing care, please reach out to us to see how we can help. Kinkaid Private Nursing Care offers premium in-home services to patients looking for the best and most intensive care on the market. We only take on a few clients at a time, so we always provide specialized care to meet the needs of each client. Moreover, we take extraordinary measures to ensure maximum safety throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Please contact us to learn more about the measures we take.

For more information about Kinkaid Private Care, please visit our homepage and learn about the array of services we provide. These services include home detox throughout California, as well as in-home nursing care and the coordination of a variety of at-home medical services in the Los Angeles area. We also offer at-home Covid-19 testing.

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Detox at Home During Covid

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Detox is the first stage in the addiction treatment and recovery process because your body must rid itself of all toxins associated with a drug or alcohol addiction before you can begin your long-term treatment. And while many people go through their detox at a care facility or hospital, we recommend looking into home detox, as detoxing from home is more comfortable and just as effective.

Going through detox at home is even more important as we attempt to navigate the Covid-19 pandemic. This article discusses three of the most important reasons to receive your detox treatment at home during the pandemic as opposed to at a treatment center.

Three Reasons to Detox From Home During Covid-19:

  1. It’s More Comfortable: The Covid era is stressful enough as it is, so why add stress by having to check into a hospital or treatment center for your detox? Since you can receive high-quality detox care from the comfort of your home, we recommend avoiding the unnecessary stress of going to a facility.
  1. It’s Safer: While it is important for everyone to stay home as much as possible during the pandemic, it is even more important for those with compromised immune systems. And for those suffering from drug or alcohol addiction, your immune systems are already compromised trying to fight those addictions. So, we recommend playing it safe and receiving your treatment from home.
  1. Your Family Can Support You: By staying at home, you can begin your recovery with your family and friends close by. If you go to a treatment center, it will be much more difficult to see your family given the numerous Covid-related restrictions in place. Recovering with your family close by is much more comfortable and less stressful, leading to another good reason to detox from home.

As you consider your detox options, remember that nobody is “too sick” to detox from home. In fact, detoxing from home helps relieve the added stress that comes with more severe drug or alcohol addiction cases, as you avoid crowded hospitals and treatment centers. To learn more about how anyone can receive detox from home, check out our article titled, “Who Can Detox From Home?”

Detox at Home with Kinkaid in California:

If you or your loved one is in need of home detox, please reach out to us to see how we can help. Kinkaid Private Care offers premium in-home services to patients looking for the best and most intensive care on the market. We only take on a few clients at a time, so we always provide specialized care to meet the needs of each client.

For more information, please visit our homepage and learn about the array of services we provide. These services include home detox throughout California, as well as in-home nursing care and the coordination of a variety of at-home medical services in the Los Angeles area. We also offer at-home Covid-19 testing.

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Covid Testing at Home in Los Angeles County

With Covid-19 cases spiking and government officials urging people to stay home, what should you do if you contract the virus? How can you get tested for the virus if you are trying to stay at home as much as possible?

Fortunately, there are ways you can get tested at home for Covid, so you do not have to go to the hospital or clinic to find out your results. And while you can order kits to test yourself at home, we do not recommend that course of action because it is difficult to ensure that you perform the test accurately.

Rather, we recommend having medical professionals come to your house and perform the test in the comfort of your home. In fact, this is easy to set up and the safest and most accurate option for Covid testing.

How to Get Tested for Covid-19 at Home:

Kinkaid Private Care provides at-home Covid-19 testing for patients throughout the Los Angeles metro area. If you live in the LA area and need a Covid test, receiving an at-home test is simple. Moreover, we can schedule same-day or next-day Covid testing appointments. Here’s how it works:

  • First, one of our highly trained and experienced nurses comes to your home to perform the nasal PCR Covid test. The test only takes a few seconds and is painless.
  • Then, we send your test to a reputable lab in the Los Angeles area for processing. You will usually see your results within 24 hours.
  • Finally, we go over your test with you and discuss next steps if the result is positive.

Receiving At-Home Covid-19 Care:

If you receive a positive Covid test, we provide you with recommendations for next steps depending on your symptoms, age, medical conditions, and other factors. If you require care for your illness, Kinkaid can help you with just about anything you need, without you ever having to leave your home.

We highly recommend at-home care for patients with Covid-19, especially for those over the age of 65 or with pre-existing medical conditions. By receiving care at home, you ensure that you never come in contact with the germs of a doctor’s office or hospital, and you allow yourself to recover in a stress-free environment.

Kinkaid’s in-home Covid-19 care consists of the following:

  • Appropriate Medical Tests: Our team of nurses coordinates any medical tests you may need to help treat the virus, all of which are performed in the comfort of your home. Examples of these at-home medical tests include EKGs, chest x-rays, blood draws, and more.
  • Keeping You Comfortable: One of the primary goals of our at-home Covid care is to keep you as comfortable as possible while you recover. We can coordinate at-home medical services that help boost your health, such as IV vitamin therapy, IV electrolyte replacement, and more. We also provide homemade soups and juices if you would like.
  • Administering Medication: If necessary, we coordinate with your physician to ensure you receive the medication you need without having to leave your home. Our nurses are trained to administer medication in a safe and timely manner.
  • Keeping You Out of the Hospital: Our Covid-19 care team does everything it can to keep you out of the hospital, so you can recover in your stress-free home environment. That being said, if you do need to go to the hospital, we will help coordinate the logistics of that as well.

Get the At-Home Care You Need With Kinkaid:

If you or your loved one needs an at-home Covid-19 test or at-home care for the virus, please visit our Covid-19 page to see how we can help. Kinkaid Private Nursing Care offers premium in-home services to patients looking for the best and most intensive care on the market. We only take on a few clients at a time, so we always provide specialized care to meet the needs of each client.

For more information, please visit our homepage and learn about our values and the array of services we provide. These services include home detox throughout California, as well as in-home nursing care and the coordination of a variety of at-home medical services in the Los Angeles area.

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