Free Virtual Health Clinics

In the wake of COVID-19, Natural Awakenings community partners, Roopa Chari, M.D. and Deepak Chari, M.S., co-founders of the Chari Center of Health in Encinitas, have launched free virtual health community clinics at 10 a.m. on Saturdays.
During these online clinics, the Charis share practical health tips with attendees, including a better understanding of the coronavirus and how it impacts the body’s immune system. In addition, participants can learn virus prevention strategies along with suggestions on implementing ancient and modern natural remedies that can help boost the immune system.
The next clinic will be held on May 2. Registration is required.

To register visit charicenter.mykajabi.com/webinar. Recordings of previous Chari Center of Health virtual community clinic webinars are available at ChariCenter.com/media. For more information, visit ChariCenter.com.

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