When the warmer weather arrives, most of us are spending a lot more time outside— from walking through trails in the woods, camping, working in the garden, or trimming brush in the backyard. With those outdoor activities comes some summer spoilers that can cause an irritating allergic reaction. We are talking about poison ivy …
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Whenever you are about to celebrate another birthday, you should give yourself a very important gift— the gift of good health— by scheduling your annual physical exam. No matter what your age, an annual physical exam is an important step in staying healthy. Its purpose is to detect any health issues you may have before …
Don’t have health insurance? You are not alone. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 31 million Americans are uninsured. It’s no wonder that so many people choose to postpone seeking medical treatment as they try to avoid a financial setback from the potential cost of care. Enter urgent care. In most cases, if …
Are you experiencing pain in your neck? Particularly on the left side? You are not alone. Severe neck pain on the left side is a common condition. In fact, it ranks as one of the top five pains people complain about to physicians. When this condition occurs, it can lead to endless and sleepless nights. …
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You may have heard the phrase “fight fire with fire.” But have you heard of removing earwax with wax? That is the theory behind an ancient practice called “ear candling,” also called “ear coning” — a controversial method of reducing wax build-up in the ear canal. Earwax, also known as cerumen, is a natural waxy, …
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There has never been a more confusing time to cough or sneeze. The slightest sniffle or tickle in the throat immediately has people worrying that they may have contracted COVID-19. However, there are so many other variables still in the mix; the yearly flu season, allergy season, and don’t forget the common cold. It is …
When it comes to children, parents learn to expect the unexpected. Children get sick and hurt all the time – and not always at the most convenient times. Sometimes the child is unwell or injured outside of a pediatrician’s regular business hours, or the doctor’s office can’t fit in a last-minute appointment. Often parents fear …
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For years, when a fever spikes or someone falls and sprains an ankle, the first thought is to get them to an emergency room. It may be time to expand your thinking. Emergency care at a hospital may not be the fastest and most affordable way to deal with unexpected health inconveniences. Urgent care centers …
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You need care, and you need it fast. But depending on where you end up choosing your care can give you a heart attack when the bill comes. Emergency rooms and urgent care centers offer a number of the same services. But choosing to seek those services at an urgent care can save you hundreds …
For many people, flu season comes with the threat of a standard virus that comes around every year. The flu, also called influenza, is a contagious respiratory infection caused by a variety of flu viruses. Four different varieties, in fact: A, B, C, and D. While flu viruses are detected year-round, activity is most common …
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