Lab tests help identify an illness, determine the stage of a condition, and inform treatment plan. These tests examine blood, urine, and other tissues to provide additional information about your health. But, how reliable are the tests?
Being sexually active always carries the risk of getting some type of sexally transmitted disease, or STD. Find out which STDs you’re most likely to deal with and what treatments are available.
When you get hurt, getting the right help means everything. Fractures, sprains, and dislocations are just some examples of injuries that need the right treatment to heal properly. So, when do you need a splint?
Everybody gets a cut or a scrape once in a while from any number of activities. But how do you determine how bad that cut is, and when it needs medical attention? When does it need stitches?
Staying heart healthy means working to stay in shape, keeping your weight under control, and eating a healthy diet. But what foods should you avoid to stay heart healthy? Read on to find out.
Despite the fact that people get flu shots annually, they may not understand how vaccines are made. Read on to find out more about what goes into the making of flu vaccines each year.
With so many concerns about health during the pandemic, it’s important to have options for quality medical care. One of the ways to get that care is through telemedicine. Read on to find out more.
Cold and flu season is upon us once again. A time when viruses and bacteria can make you miserable. All the more reason to be informed about the importance or preventive treatments like flu shots.
Urinary tract infections are a fairly common problem, and when detected, they’re quite treatable. But, left unchecked these infections can lead to complications that will only make matters worse.
Your at-home first aid kit may be all you need to treat minor cuts and wounds. But if your cut is deep, bleeding, or caused by a rusty nail, you need emergency wound care to prevent more serious health complications.
Getting children ready for the next school year can mean many things to a parent, including getting them ready for sports. Find out what a sports physical could do to help your child.
When you suffer from fractures and broken bones, splints are a common way of helping the bone to heal. But it’s important to know how to take care of them for as long as you need them.
There’s widespread speculation and confusion over the current pandemic. Since it’s a new virus, a lot of people want to know how they can protect themselves and what they can do at home to treat themselves. So, what can you do?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and many common habits can increase the risk of developing it. Read on to learn which habits.
EKGs have been part of medicine for more than a century in one form or another, helping to record and analyze heart rates. But how do they work? Read on to find out.
If you, a loved one, or your child has suffered a laceration, there’s probably blood and pain. But how do you know if it’s serious enough to require urgent care? Here are some tips for evaluating lacerations.
The holiday party invitations are pouring in, and you may be worried about all of the extra sugary and fatty foods that are ever-present this time of year. Read on for helpful strategies and tips on how to keep your holiday eating healthy.
You might think the flu is a regular part of winter, but this disease is serious. Tens of thousands die annually in the US from the flu, which is why getting vaccinated is essential. Keep reading to learn more about how vaccines are created each year.
Your splint is an important component of your post-fracture rehabilitation. Read on to learn how to properly care for your splint to increase its longevity and effectiveness.
If you’re sexually active, you need to be tested for sexually transmitted diseases regularly. How regularly depends on several factors. Here’s what you need to know.
When your children head back to school, you want to give them all the support they need to succeed in the classroom. Read on to learn how a back-to-school physical is essential to ensure your children are healthy and ready to learn.
Although most bug bites do nothing more than make you itch a little, some bites and stings can be dangerous and may require medical attention. Keep reading to learn about seven insect bite warning signs.
Vacation’s a blast; germs are not. Don’t pick up any bugs during travel this summer: Learn how to keep your family healthy and happy on vacation.
Swimmer’s ear is a common ear infection. It can develop from swimming, but excess water or abrasions in your ear can cause infection to develop, too. Learn more about the symptoms of swimmer’s ear and find out what’s causing your child’s ear pain.
A sore throat is a common symptom of the flu or other virus, but did you know it could be a sign of acid reflux? Heartburn affects up to 60 million Americans every month. For a sore throat caused by acid reflux, find relief by treating the cause.
If you’ve experienced heart problems, you’ve probably heard talk of getting an EKG. While it may seem scary, knowing what you’ll be dealing with can alleviate some of the stress — which is good for your heart!
If you’ve sustained an injury and an X-ray is suggested, it’s never wise to skip it. Much can go undetected in the time immediately following your injury if you don’t get it checked out.
Winter is here, and while it brings with it cooler weather, sparkling lights, and long vacations, it also brings a few things much less pleasant: the flu and the cold. By taking some precautions, you can stay healthy during the sick season.
Differences between food poisoning and stomach viruses are often subtle. The more you know about each of these conditions, the more easily you can determine what’s upsetting your stomach — and causing all those other symptoms, too.
It’s back-to-school time! While that’s exciting, it can also be a little concerning for parents of children with asthma and allergies. So what can you do to help your kids avoid attacks at school? Here are some tips to get you started.
Are you dreading the return of spring and the allergies it can bring? If you want to avoid a runny nose, scratchy throat, and watery eyes, read on to get tips on how to avoid suffering from spring allergies this year.
Just because you received a flu shot last year doesn’t mean you’re protected this year. The virus evolves each season, and your antibodies become weakened over time. Find out why you need a yearly vaccine to protect yourself and those you love.
Not showing symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean you don’t have an STD. Therefore, if you’re sexually active, you should get tested regularly — symptoms or no symptoms.
You’re slicing vegetables for dinner when the knife slips. You’ve cut yourself, but do you need stitches? There are a few things that let you know whether to head to our urgent care center or not.
The heart deserves more credit. It beats an average of 2.5 billion times over your lifetime and delivers oxygenated blood and nutrients throughout your body. Adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle can help ensure your heart stays strong as you age.
Whether you play your sport just for fun or as part of a competitive team, sitting on the sidelines with an injury can be devastating.
In their efforts to explore the world around them, kids push boundaries and accidents happen. Here are several steps you can take to greatly reduce their chances of getting hurt or becoming sick this spring.