The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first step to overcoming any crisis of
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Urgent Care, the ER, or Primary Care?
Almost every person will get sick or injured at some point in their lives. In fact, nearly 20 percent of all Americans visit an ER each year. But when they get sick, there are several options for health care. For routine health care, many go to a primary care physician, but that requires making an
Read MoreCould My Sore Throat Be Strep?
Wintertime brings cold temperatures, holidays, and snow. It opens up all sorts of possibilities to play outside and enjoy winter sports. But exposure to the elements also increases your risk of catching a cold, the flu, or even strep throat. This is because people are coming in from the cold outdoors and breathing stuffy, recirculated
Read MoreHow to Choose an Urgent Care Clinic
Everyone should have an urgent care clinic selected as part of their medical care team. You have a primary care physician for routine checkups, a pediatrician for your child’s medical care, and maybe a few specialists for specific issues (for example, a cardiologist for a heart issue and an endocrinologist for a hormone issue). So
Read MoreIs Urgent Care a Substitute for Primary Care?
If you’ve ever experienced debilitating back discomfort over a long weekend, or experienced extreme nausea at an inopportune time, you know how valuable the prospect of urgent care centers can be. After all, seeing your primary care physician (PCP) may require waiting for several days for an appointment time. Both interest and demand in
Read MorePainful Urination: What You Need to Know
Women and men both can experience painful urination (dysuria), but how and where it hurts can differ. The causes, diagnoses, and treatments may also be different. But whether you are a man or a woman, painful urination warrants a call to your doctor or a visit to your urgent care facility. If you are not
Read MorePatient Care Now Urgent Care: Where You are Treated by Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians
If you are experiencing symptoms of an illness or have suffered an accident, consider going to Patient Care Now Urgent Care before anywhere else. Forget overpaying and the long wait times that await you at your local hospital’s emergency room. You can feel at ease knowing all the medical professionals at Patient Care Now are
Read MoreWhat are DOT Physicals and Why Do You Need One?
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical is a federally mandated physical exam conducted by a certified health care provider, to verify that a driver of a commercial motor vehicle is healthy and physically qualified to perform his or her duties. It essentially verifies that, as an operator of a commercial vehicle, you are “fit for
Read MoreWaterborne Dangers to Talk to Your Pediatrician About
Summer fun is here! Temperatures are rising and the kids are out of school, which means families will be heading to the water for cool and refreshing fun. Before you pack the towels and sunscreen, and head off to your favorite destinations, there are a few things you should consider. Talking to your pediatrician about
Read MoreCan Your Trust Your Online Doctor Reviews?
As an inhabitant of the digital age, online reviews of almost any service or commodity imaginable are readily accessible. And with things such as restaurants, online retailers, or movies, these reviews are great, allowing you to pick and choose so that you can get the best out of your money. But sometimes, the urge to
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