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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common health issue that can cause a fair level of discomfort and inconvenience. While prompt treatment with antibiotics is generally effective in relieving symptoms and clearing the infection, it’s not uncommon for some individuals to experience lingering symptoms– even after completing a full course of antibiotics. In this blog, we’ll explore why UTI symptoms may persist after treatment and what steps you can take to address this ...

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In the world of preventive healthcare, vaccinations have come a long way in combating various diseases that once posed significant threats to public health. One vaccine that often raises questions is the pneumococcal vaccine. Who needs it? What does it prevent? In this blog, we’ll delve into what a pneumococcal vaccine is, who should consider getting it, and why it’s an important aspect of safeguarding your health! For same-day vaccinations, visit the walk-in ...

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From 2010 to 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated there were 9.4 million to 41 million flu illnesses every year. But there is an easy way to protect yourself — the flu shot. Studies show that the severity of the flu is significantly less if you catch the flu but are vaccinated. The CDC says the flu vaccine reduces the risk of seeing a doctor for the flu by 40% to ...

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I Have an STD, But I'm Not Sexually Active If you have contracted a sexually transmitted disease (STD) but are not sexually active, there are a few reasons why this could be the case. "STD" refers to the constellation of diseases that result from a sexually transmitted infection (STI). For example, cervical cancer is an STD from the STI of HPV. Though it is possible to contract an STI even if you are not ...

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