When you get burned or scalded, one of your first thoughts might be, “How bad is my burn?” It’s important to know whether you need medical attention or if you can treat the burn safely…
Anyone can have a serious allergic reaction to a bug bite, even if they’ve never experienced one before. When a person gets bit by insects over time, their body may become sensitized to the venom…
First aid kits are important for any physical activity but are a necessity for sports that require a lot of physical activity, like baseball. Most sports-related injuries are the result of falls, being struck by…
Spring is here, and sports are finally back after sitting on the sidelines of quarantine for more than a year. Whether you’re a trained athlete, up-and-comer or weekend warrior, injury is always a possibility. It’s…
According to Food Allergy Research & Education, approximately 32 million people have food allergies. While some food allergies can be fatal, most allergic reactions do not require a trip to urgent care. In fact, most…
Seasonal allergies affect more than 60 million people each year, and that number is on the rise. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America , rising temperatures caused by climate change have lead to…
Just like eating dark, leafy green vegetables and whole grains, getting active on a regular basis can help you prevent heart disease. The average adult needs at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of moderate…
Approximately 39.5 percent of people will be diagnosed with some type of cancer during their lifetime. However, about 50 percent of cancer cases and 50 percent of cancer deaths are preventable. Yes, preventable. The good…
Vaccines are the most effective way to protect yourself and your community from infectious disease and costly hospital bills. If more people in a population get vaccinated, it lowers the risk for those who can’t….
Wrinkles, gray hair and stiff joints are some of the most noticeable changes people experience as they get older. But did you know bladder elasticity naturally decreases as well? The bladder walls and pelvic floor…
If you are experiencing any symptoms that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have identified for COVID-19, then you need to get tested at your local urgent care. Symptoms of COVID-19 People with…
Each year in the United States, 1.1 million burn injuries require medical care. The most common cause of burn is direct contact with a fire or flame. Other thermal burns occur following exposure to heat…
Winter weather means a higher risk of getting a cold, flu, bronchitis or even COVID-19. Like flu, the coronavirus is a respiratory illness that affects the upper (sinuses, nose and upper throat) or lower (windpipe…
Every day in the United States, more than 25,000 people sprain their ankle. More than 1 million people visit emergency rooms each year because of ankle injuries. If you trip or fall unexpectedly and notice…
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