Managing our disconnects created by the pandemic; not visiting our families and hugging our loved ones has been very trying  for our families. These recommended behaviors are the opposite of what we do in times of emergencies and that creates  confusion, anger  and maybe disregard for public health measures. 

Dr. Pacheco encourages us to release our grief and sadness, and to connect to our belief systems to help us get through this transition as new medications and vaccines become available to provide more protections from Covid-19. Maintaining our practices of wearing masks and social distancing will continue to help us in the coming year.