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Where Can I Get an EKG Done?

At Thibodaux Regional Urgent Care – Thibodaux, we take heart health seriously. We offer EKGs 7 days a week to check the health of your heart when you need it most. These noninvasive tests are…

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How to Tell If You Are Dehydrated

Did you know that nearly 75% of Americans are considered chronically dehydrated? Water is the most necessary nutrient for humans on the planet. It helps with various bodily functions, including digestion, circulation, nutrient distribution and…

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Does Urgent Care Take Insurance?

Thibodaux Regional Urgent Care – Thibodaux accepts most major insurance plans. When you need same-day medical treatment, wondering how to pay for it shouldn’t stop you from getting the care you need now. Don’t delay…

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Male medical worker in full protective gear administering a COVID-19 nasal test to a male patient outdoors.

Does Urgent Care Do Rapid COVID Testing?

If you’re experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or have recently been exposed to someone with COVID-19, we highly encourage you to get tested today. Thibodaux Regional Urgent Care – Houma offers convenient, rapid COVID-19 testing for everyone….

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A sick woman slouches on the sofa. She holds a folded hand towel over her forehead while checking the temperature reading on her thermometer.

How Long Does a Fever Last?

A fever is a common side effect of certain illnesses, like the flu. It happens when there is a temporary rise in the body’s normal internal temperature and is a sign your body’s fighting an…

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Is an Ear Infection a Sign of COVID-19?

Now that we’re nearly two full years into the pandemic, you probably know that COVID-19 is an upper respiratory infection that frequently causes symptoms like fever, chills, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, fatigue, body…

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A male doctor places a comforting hand the shoulder of an older male patient during a medical visit. Both men are wearing surgical masks.

When to Go to Urgent Care

Unless you’re a professional stunt person, no one wakes up in the morning and expects to fall or injure themselves. But many people will need prompt, high-quality treatment from an urgent care or emergency room…

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Is There an AM PM Walk-In Urgent Care?

If you’re located in or around the Thibodaux area, then there is an AM PM walk-in urgent care available to you. Thibodaux Regional Urgent Care – Thibodaux is an AM PM walk-in urgent care clinic….

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Does Urgent Care Do X-Rays?

When you have an urgent medical issue, like a broken bone or alarming abdominal pain, you might be wondering, “Can urgent care do x-rays?” Just like emergency rooms, urgent care clinics offer digital x-rays and…

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Five Ways to Treat Your Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common physical ailments, affecting 65-75% of Americans at some point during their lifetime. While severe cases can be debilitating and quite painful, the good news is approximately 90%…

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Swimmer’s Ear: Causes and Symptoms

If your idea of summer fun is splashing in the pool for hours, then you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, swimming is the fourth most popular recreational activity in…

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How Much Vitamin D Do I Need?

Vitamin D plays a key role in helping the body absorb essential minerals and nutrients like magnesium, phosphate and calcium (one of the main building blocks for stronger teeth and bones). It’s so important, in…

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