By John E. Settle Jr.

Editor / Publisher

It was a new life experience necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic. And it was a good one.

Not being the most computer savvy person and being somewhat "old school" I had my reservations.

 My notion of a medical consultation  was going to the doctor's  office, then into a patient room to describe my symptoms to  a nurse/PA, and then  actually seeing the doctor in person.

 Often, I left after getting a shot, a prescription and/or being sent to the lab for blood work. A routine like most others seeking medical assistance.

But with the pandemic, my internist,  Dr. P.V. "Pete" Blanchard was only seeing emergencies in his office. My issue of swollen ankles and a rash on my legs certainly did not meet that criteria.

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