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What is Causing My Common Cold?

April 8, 2020

" Cold and flu season is a time of year that people dread, but no matter what, it always ends up coming anyways. Having a cold is never fun, but not knowing what’s causing that cold is even worse! Knowing what causes a cold can not only help you get better more quickly now, but it could help prevent a cold in the future.  Common cold treatment via telemedicine urgent care The good news for ...

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Can I Still Get the Flu in Late Winter?

February 20, 2020

" It’s common knowledge that flu season is during the colder winter months, but just because winter is almost over doesn’t mean flu season is. There are a lot of misconceptions about the flu and flu season as a whole, but we want to set the record straight! Knowing the real facts about the flu in late winter will help keep you happy and healthy all year long.  Can I Still Get the Flu ...

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Can Bronchitis Be A Serious Medical Condition?

February 20, 2020

" Bronchitis is a common medical condition that people of all ages face, but that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be taken seriously. Ignoring the symptoms of bronchitis and not taking it seriously can lead to other medical conditions and in severe cases, hospitalization. The short answer is yes, bronchitis can absolutely be a serious medical condition, but let’s take a closer look to understand why!  Acute Bronchitis Acute bronchitis is bronchitis that occurs ...

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How to Stay On Top of Lung Health This Winter

January 29, 2020

" Each winter, patients are likely to experience viruses, hazards, and other risks that can impact their overall respiratory and lung health. Every patient needs to understand how to combat these risks in order to stay healthy, unless they want to end up like the millions of people that get sick or hurt during winter time. Over 40 million individuals get the cold or flu each year as seasonal illnesses spread rapidly within local communities. In ...

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How Did I Get the Common Cold?

January 28, 2020

" The common cold is one of the most infectious seasonal illnesses known in the United States and beyond. A common cold is the result of a viral infection in the upper respiratory tract from a rhinovirus, which can lead to well-known symptoms such as couching, sneezing, sniffling, fever, nausea, headaches, and others. Nearly 2-3 adults have at least one cold per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Even more children are likely to ...

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New Year, New You, and New Goals to Boost Overall Health

December 5, 2019

" Even though we still have a month before the new year brings in 2020 and a new decade, it could be a good chunk of time to think about New Year’s Resolutions! If you’ve been waiting for the right time to make improvements to your health and wellness, what better time than a new year AND new decade?! This is a great time to start setting your goals for 2020 because you’ll ...

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How Do Urgent Care Centers Treat Viruses?

December 5, 2019

" Urgent care centers are the fastest-growing segment of medical care, growing in several cities. More and more patients find that the quality treatment urgent care centers provide, and the affordable costs are an exceptional alternative to other providers! One of the primary needs that urgent care centers treat are for viruses, especially during the winter months. Let’s take a deeper look at exactly how urgent care treats a patient that comes in with a ...

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What Can a Walk-in Clinic Do for My Health During Wintertime?

November 23, 2019

" Winter is a time when many people face more illness than they do the rest of the year. With the cold and flu going around, slippery sidewalks to fall on, and even potential cooking accidents during the holidays, medical care is sure to be needed at one point or another. If you’re wondering why you should seek medical care at a walk-in clinic instead of an emergency room, you’ve come to the right ...

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Healthy Thanksgiving Recipes for the Whole Family

November 23, 2019

" Thanksgiving is almost here and that means festive foods of every type. Thanksgiving is a time that we all look forward to each year, but it’s also a time when health tends to be thrown to the wayside. Instead of using this holiday as an excuse to eat poorly, use it as a time to expose your family to how delicious healthy foods can be!  Creating Healthy Traditions Thanksgiving comes with many traditional recipes ...

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Why Does my Small Business Need a Workplace Flu Clinic?

October 24, 2019

" Running a small business is no easy task and keeping costs low is vital. Offering something extra to your employees, such as a workplace flu clinic, may be something you wouldn’t normally consider because you’re afraid of the cost. It turns out, offering a workplace flu clinic could actually save you money. It may sound too good to be true, but these facts prove that it isn’t!  Saving Money for Your Business ...

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