Like brushing your teeth, or wearing a seat-belt while in the car, some decisions are a no-brainer. When it comes to sports activities, taking reasonable precautions and playing by the rules just makes sense. Sports are an enjoyable way to stay in top form and maintain an active lifestyle. To do that though, you really
Read MoreWhy Parents Should Keep Open Communication with their Pediatrician
While many moms seem to make it look easy, parenting is not for the faint of heart. From pulling all-nighters with a fussy teething child to potty training, jam packed school and after school activities, moms (and dads) certainly have their hands full. And that’s also the reason moms and dads should be careful to
Read MoreProtect Your Little Leaguer from Head Injuries
Approximately 30 million children and teens participate in some form of organized sport, and more than 3.5 million injuries each year are experienced by those participants. In fact, almost one-third of all childhood injuries are sports-related. Of course, some sports are more dangerous than others. However, every sport has the potential for injury, whether from
Read MoreBee Stings and Other Summer Boo-Boos
Ouch! The trees are budding; the bees are buzzing, and everything seems ready to burst into bloom. Soon the kids will be home for those long, hot summer days. They will be running and playing, climbing trees, and probably getting all manner of summer boo-boos in the process. The simple truth is that spending more
Read MoreWhat Does a Yearly Physical Check For?
While many people may not think year exams are vital, they are a necessary component of good health. You can think of an annual physical is a preventative doctor’s appointment; keeping it could prevent a lot of future issues that might become much worse over time if ignored. A yearly exam is intended to detect
Read MoreInjured on the Playing Field: Where Should You go for Care?
According to the Johns Hopkins Medicine Health Library, about 3.5 million teenagers and kids are injured in sports activities each year. About 1.35 million of those injuries are considered serious. That means that the bulk, an approximate 2.15 million injuries could potentially be treated in urgent care or medical office settings, rather than emergency rooms.
Read MoreReasons to Take Your Child to Urgent Care
Decisions, Decisions. Every parent can relate to a fussy child that just doesn’t feel well that day. New parents especially, may be uncertain if they should go to their regular pediatrician, an ER or visit an Urgent Care instead. The decision about where to go is not a light one, and parents often worry about
Read MoreDoctor Spotlight: Urgent Care Physician Dr. Dominic Ruocco
With nearly 16 years of experience in emergency medicine, our very own Dr. Dominic Ruocco is a skilled urgent care provider that still practices with the same compassion he began his career with. Get to know more about Dr. Ruocco, whose commitment to patient comfort is top priority. What urgent care services does Dr.
Read MoreStart Your New Year Off Right With a Physical – Here’s Why
Happy New Year! It’s hard to believe we’re two weeks into 2017 already! With another new year, comes a new resolution. One that is always on the top of nearly everyone’s list is a goal to be healthier. Whether being healthier means losing weight, quitting smoking, or being more active, your ‘healthier you’ resolution should
Read MoreDo I Need an X-ray for my Ankle Injury?
Ankle sprains are pretty common, especially for active children and athletes. Sprains occur when the ligaments within the ankle are stretched too much, twisted in the wrong direction, or when they tear. Normal ankle sprains heal well if you stay off of the injured leg and rest it. Elevating the leg above your waist while
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