Did you sustain an injury from work or sports and need immediate care? When you need immediate healthcare services, you can choose to go to an urgent care center or an emergency room. You may think there isn’t much difference between the two, but the small differences mean everything. Here are some tips to help…
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When Your Child Needs an Urgent Care Visit
If your child has an illness or injury, it can be confusing knowing where to go to get the appropriate medical treatment they need. An urgent care clinic can offer you convenient and affordable care for nonemergency health issues from qualified professionals. Urgent care centers are also equipped with the latest medical technology, making them…
How to Prevent Heat Stroke in the Summer
Heat stroke occurs when the temperature of your body reaches 104 degrees or higher due to extended exposure to high temperatures. It can also occur due to excessive physical exertion in a hot environment. The incidence of heat stroke is highest during the summer, and it can cause serious harm to the heart, brain, and…
What Does a Walk-In Clinic Treat?
Walk-in clinics, also called urgent care centers, can be a great option for all your nonemergency healthcare needs. You can expect quality healthcare from qualified medical staff, brief wait times, and amazing convenience – no need for an appointment. A walk-in clinic is a fully equipped medical center, complete with state-of-the-art equipment to provide comprehensive…
Do I Need An X-Ray For My Wrist Injury?
Wrist injuries, such as fractures and sprains, are very common. They often occur when you put your hand out to catch yourself during a fall. When a wrist injury happens, it can sometimes be difficult to determine what type of injury has been sustained. An x-ray can be an effective way to accurately diagnose the…
What Are DOT Physicals and How Necessary Are They?
If you are looking to be employed as a truck driver or as a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver, or if you are an employed driver and need re-certification, you need a special physical exam as designated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). This physical is good for up to 24 months before it…
Why Are Vaccines Important
The importance and necessity of vaccines cannot be overstated. Some refuse to get vaccinated because they think it isn’t necessary or dangerous. However, medical experts around the world can attest to the importance and benefits of immunization – as well as its safety and effectiveness. Here are some reasons why vaccines are important. Protection From…
Benefits of Telemedicine
Through telemedicine, a.k.a. telehealth, healthcare professionals can serve patients by using telecommunications technology such as the phone and the internet. Medical providers can evaluate, diagnose, prescribe, monitor, and advise from afar. This new development comes with many advantages. Let’s talk about how telemedicine is improving healthcare for everyone. Telemedicine Offers Better Accessibility to Doctors The…
Common Types of Allergic Reactions
Many people have an allergy to something. It happens when the immune system reacts to an external factor that is usually nonthreatening. The body produces antibodies to attack these foreign substances even though they’re not truly harmful, and the antibodies create an allergic reaction. Different allergens can trigger different allergic reactions. Let’s talk about some…
Urgent Care in Texas: Differences Between A Sprain and A Strain
Many people use the terms “sprains” and “strains” to refer to the same type of injuries. Despite their similarities, they are distinct injuries that can present with different symptoms and outcomes. Knowing the difference between the two can affect the urgency with which you seek care. In fact, they are two very different injuries that…
Differences Between Sprains and Strains
At first glance, there doesn’t seem to be much difference between sprains and strains. In fact, people often use the terms interchangeably. That’s because sprains and strains share similar symptoms, to include swelling, pain and reduced flexibility and range of motion. So, how can you tell the difference between a sprain and a strain if…
Tips for Returning to Work After a Workplace Injury
A workplace injury can be devastating on a number of levels. First of all, the physical injury you have endured can cause you to suffer chronic pain or the inability to do the job you love or have been trained to do. Suffering a workplace injury, no matter how small, can set you back –…