When the popular show Health Corner which airs on Queens Public Television wanted a pediatric expert to speak about two very important topics; the Enterovirus and sports related concussions, they sought Jamaica Hospital’s Dr. Maria Lechuga, an attending physician in the Pediatric Emergency department since 1991.
Dr. Lechuga’s Interview with Health Corner’s Rosalyn Nieves
Dr. Lechuga was first interviewed by journalist Luchia Dragos about sports related injuries specifically concussions. The doctor informed viewers that a concussion is brain trauma secondary to an injury and the symptoms to look out for include disorientation,headaches and dizziness. Watch here: https://vimeo.com/107947984
Health Corner Update: Sports Related Injuries from Queens Public Television on Vimeo.
The second interview was conducted by reporter Rosalyn Nieves about the Enterovirus. The Enterovirus causes mild to severe respiratory illness in infants, children and teenagers. Symptoms may include coughing, sneezing, fever and difficulty breathing. The virus can be spread from person to person when the infected sneezes, coughs or touches surfaces that are later touched by others. The best preventative measure is to frequently wash your hands. Watch here: https://vimeo.com/108126925
Health Corner Update: Enterovirus from Queens Public Television on Vimeo.
We would like to thank Dr. Lechuga for sharing her expertise with the public and for a job well done.