You’ve sprained your ankle? Ouch! You’re probably looking for some tips and tricks to help heal your ankle properly. In this article, we’ll go over how to treat a sprained ankle and when it’s time to visit an urgent care center. There are a few things you can do at home to help your ankle … Continued
Glass splinters are painful and difficult to remove because they are transparent. Splinters might seem like a minor discomfort but if not treated carefully, you can risk infection. In this article, we are going to discuss what to do if you get a glass splinter embedded in your skin and when it is time to … Continued
Staying in the sun for too long can have drastic short and long-term consequences. Sun poisoning is a severe possibility, and too much sun exposure over a long period can lead to skin cancer. In 2015 alone, the CDC reported over 80,000 new cases of Melanoma and almost 9,000 deaths caused by cancer. Sun poisoning … Continued
Summer is here and with it comes water sports, outdoor activities, late night barbecues and more! Unfortunately, in addition to all of that fun, Summer can also bring soaring temperatures. In South Haven, Mississippi, those temperatures can get up to around 100 degrees. Heat like that can mean additional health risks you’re not normally susceptible … Continued
It’s a fine line between suffering through illness and deciding to seek out medical attention. There are few things less satisfying than suffering through a waiting room only to be sent home for fluids and proper rest. Other times, it doesn’t matter what interventions you make, the flu just won’t break, or a headache won’t … Continued
When you’re sick or find yourself suffering from an injury, it can be hard to figure out what’s the right step to take next. The emergency room is expensive and it can take several hours before you’re even able to be seen. There are situations during which your primary care physician may not be available, … Continued
29.1 million Americans have diabetes, and another 8.1 million may be undiagnosed and unaware of their condition. If you have diabetes, you are certainly not alone, and learning how to monitor your blood sugar levels can help you live a healthy and fulfilling life. Let’s get into what you need to know. When to Check … Continued
Did you know the Center for Disease Control (CDC) states that it takes approximately 2 weeks after vaccination for the antibodies to protect you from the flu? This means the sooner you get yourself vaccinated, the quicker you’ll be protected. Don’t wait to make an appointment with your primary care physician. Let’s take a look … Continued
There are approximately 7,100 urgent care centers in the United States. If you haven’t yet used an urgent care clinic, you may not be aware of some of the ways you can benefit from visiting one of these clinics. Luckily, we’ve got everything you need to know in this post. Here are just a few … Continued
Strep throat is one of those sicknesses many people got when they were younger. It’s an incredibly common illness that affects millions of people each year. While it’s less common to get strep throat as an adult, it’s still possible. Luckily, strep is easy to test and cure with a quick swab and a round … Continued