" The COVID-19 pandemic is a brutal one. However, you cannot put off your urgent care appointment that help manage and treat other illnesses and diseases. In these times, you must maintain all your conditions effectively. You not keeping up with your other healthcare needs will affect your overall health, lead to more expensive healthcare conditions, and make it that much harder to keep your healthcare in check. Are Urgent Care Centers Safe in these Times ...
" Many hospitals are the battlegrounds of the raging COVID-19 and in the face of this pandemic, a shortage of personnel, hospital beds and medical equipment, healthcare systems are forced to adapt. This means improvisation and innovation at a rapid pace to meet the demand that COVID-19 has thrust in healthcare systems. There is no dancing around the need to mobilize resources so that hospitals and healthcare workers can have the necessary tools to combat COVID-19 ...
" The resounding recommendation by healthcare officials is to stay home if you are feeling unwell. With the present and lingering COVID-19, many people are concerned that any sort of symptoms they experience that is COVID-like is cause for alarm. With asymptomatic cases being another concern, some people would rather get tested to rule out having the coronavirus altogether. Peace of mind is a good thing to have during this coronavirus pandemic and COVID-19 testing can ...
" Telemedicine is the virtual delivery of medical care for patients through a smartphone, computer, or other internet connected device. Telemedicine, or “telehealth,” allows our urgent care providers to connect directly to patients in their home and deliver care on-demand; patients just need their phone to see a doctor and get immediate medical consultation. The need for telemedicine has surged in recent weeks as COVID-19 cases across the United States now eclipse 1,000,000 cases ...
" COVID-19 has been the topic of discussion on news platforms, social media, TV, and radio alike. Since the World Health Organization declared this virus a pandemic, fears are on the rise for American citizens. There is plenty of misinformation being spread around to create panic, but these are some real facts to put your mind at ease and help lower your risk of the virus. And always make sure to follow national updates from the ...
" Heart health is something we’ve all heard of before, but many of us fail to implement heart healthy skills into our daily lives. February is American Heart Month and there’s no better time to start making healthy changes! Improving your diet and nutrition is the best way to keep your heart healthy. Use these simple tips to start living your healthier life today! Monitor Portion Sizes Americans notoriously struggle with our portion sizes ...
" The coronavirus is a virus that originated in Wuhan, China through animals that has spread to a large number of people in the city. With public fear growing and the number of cases increasing, many people are unsure what to do when it comes to their international travel plans. The CDC has released travel guidelines for both local and international travelers – here’s what you need to know. Traveling to China The CDC is advising ...
" Healthcare costs are on the rise and many families are struggling to keep up. Healthcare coverage is a necessity, but it shouldn’t cost so much that you’re struggling to meet your other financial responsibilities. When you’re in charge of providing healthcare for an entire family, these tips could help you save more than you’d expect! Find the Right Plan Rather than accepting the first plan that comes your way, look in ...
" Pharyngitis, pronounced lair-in-gitis, is a common condition that affects people of all ages; commonly referred to as sore throat. Many people who are suffering from pharyngitis may not even realize that the cause of their symptoms is from a specific sore throat case. Luckily, the condition is very easily treatable once it’s diagnosed at any urgent care center. However, respiratory infections and other types of acute illnesses can increase your risk of getting a ...
" This winter, you may feel more likely to stay indoors during a snow and hunker down at home! While it can be cozy every once-in-a-while to get snowed in, just remember that you need to stay on top of your overall health, Specifically, making sure that you are staying active. Winter snow-ins plus the chaotic holiday season can mean that most patients aren’t able to get their full exercise routine in colder months. The ...
