Some people would describe pink eye as “icky” — the sensation of this infection is just one of the symptoms, but it is usually enough to bring people to their doctor’s office. Pink eye is very common, however, and no matter how severe the case, there are several things that you can do to treat …
Sports do a lot of good for people and communities. They provide an opportunity to breathe fresh air and exercise, all while having fun and learning to work together as a team. However, sports also come with risks — namely, strains and sprains. Sprains are actually one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, with an estimated 2 …
It might seem that earwax exists to stick to the end of a cotton swab and subsequently gross us out, but it does have a greater purpose. Like the mucus that coats your nasal passages, or even your tears, earwax exists to keep your ears healthy by trapping unhealthy material until it can be removed. …
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Over 8 million doctor’s visits each year are to treat the symptoms of a UTI, or urinary tract infection. This common condition causes pain and discomfort in a sensitive area of the body, and complications can lead to severe consequences for your kidneys. Asrar Sheikh, MD, and Teofilo Vinluan, MD lead the medical professionals at Family Urgent Care, providing a …
When you’re in the middle of a fever, you might feel as though there’s no way you’ll ever recover. And that’s for good reason. Fevers have a nasty habit of ravaging your whole body and making you feel miserable from head to toe. But do you really need to be worried that your overall health …
A drug test is one of the most routine screenings available. Still, if you’ve never experienced the process yourself, you likely have questions about how it actually works. Our team at Family Urgent Care is proud to professional drug testing. Here, we answer your most pressing questions about the ins and outs of a basic drug test. Why do …
Nearly half of adults in the United States live with high blood pressure. While statistics like that are enough to frighten even the healthiest among us, the number of people who have high blood pressure is actually its least daunting aspect. What’s most concerning about high blood pressure rarely comes with side effects, so it often goes …
New Year’s resolutions are hardly a new-fangled idea. From ancient farmers who pledged to return borrowed equipment to the medieval knights of yore who renewed their vows to chivalry, people have been resolving to better their lives at the start of a new year for thousands of years. The goals may have changed since resolutions …
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