Urgent care visits have increased by 119% in the last decade! This doesn’t necessarily mean that people are getting sicker. However, it does point to the great convenience of urgent care centers themselves. Urgent care centers give anyone a chance to treat minor illnesses in a short amount of time. Some centers move patients through more quickly than … Continued
On average, about 70 thousand children under 18 end up in the emergency room every day. The reasons vary to a great degree, but chances are your kid will be there at some point. Kids often end up there with a cut, wound, or abrasion which needs stitches. But parents can be gun-shy about taking … Continued
Your neck is fragile. Every year about 1 million people are affected by whiplash neck injuries. These occur when your head is thrown back and forth. The injury can be daunting. If this happens to you, it may be time to seek that advice of a medical professional. Until then, keep reading for your guide … Continued
There tends to be a lot of confusion surrounding flu season because each year it can be a little different. It’s natural to have questions about flu season, and your doctor or healthcare provider can be an important resource in guiding you through. One thing that everyone should know about flu season is the importance of … Continued
Are you experiencing pain in your abdomen? You could be one of the 48 million people who experience food poisoning in America each year. Or, you could be one of the 100 million Americans who get stomach flu every year. How do you know whether you have food poisoning or stomach flu? The symptoms of … Continued
Most people use the terms “sprains” and “strains” interchangeably to the point where they believe they’re one and the same. So first off, let’s get this out of the way: sprains and strains are actually two very different things. The question is, what makes them so different in the first place? To find out, let’s … Continued
Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluid than it takes in. Medically speaking, you are considered dehydrated when the body loses the ability to function normally. Some dehydration signs can include excessive sweating and extended periods of vomiting or diarrhea (longer than 24 hours). Anyone can suffer from dehydration, however, the condition can be … Continued
Riding a bicycle has long been a favorite activity among children and adults. It provides a great form of exercise, a way to get out of the house and see new things, a way to bond with others and enjoy time as a family and with friends. Adult cyclists can save money on gasoline and … Continued
In 2016, over 275 ATV accident victims were treated for injuries in US emergency rooms on a daily basis. That’s more than 100,000 in a year. Considering there were 10.5 million all-terrain vehicle owners in the US during that same period, that’s a relatively low number. The takeaway is that most ATV owners are responsible … Continued
When there are changes to your body, you automatically assume the worst. A sickness is detrimental and one symptom could mean something more serious. This paranoia becomes more severe when you Google your symptoms (which you should never do!) and you’re suddenly a hypochondriac. Because of this paranoia, most people visit the ER for something … Continued