How to Tell If Your Ankle is Broken or Sprained

 

We’ve all had an odd pain or a questionable ache in our bodies before, but this time it feels different. You’ve just landed on your ankle, but something isn’t right. Is it just sprained or do you have a broken ankle? It can be difficult to tell the difference between the two, but that’s where … Continued

Save Your Spot in Line for Urgent Care and Reduce Your Risks

 

When you have an urgent healthcare concern, you need two things: Quality, completely capable medical care  Accessibility (walk-ins, convenient hours, open weekends, etc.) At Getwell Urgent Care, we’re making our excellent care even more convenient for you. Simply by visiting our Home page, you can: See your wait time and your place in the queue … Continued

When Should You Go to the Doctor for an Ear Infection?

 

I used to suffer from ear infections perhaps every two months as a kid, and if there’s one thing I don’t want to experience again, it’s an ear infection. Whilst they are numerous remedies to help ease sore throats, colds, and coughs, ear infections are a different matter. Five out of six children will have … Continued

Fishing First Aid: How to Remove a Fishhook

 

Fishing can be quite a relaxing activity, but as harmless as it may seem, accidents do happen.  While serious accidents are uncommon, fishhooks and the trauma they can cause happen more often than you may think. Although most injuries are minor, mastering the techniques of how to remove a fishhook could save you from a … Continued

What to Look For: Symptoms of Overheating and Heat Exhaustion

 

Feeling the heat? When left untreated, heat exhaustion can progress to the point of heatstroke; a serious life-threatening condition. Heat exhaustion is characterized by a body temperature greater than 103°F. High body temperatures could cause brain or vital organ damage. Instead of leaving yourself or others at risk, it helps to know the signs of … Continued

Southern Discomfort: A Complete Guide to the Mid-South’s Most Poisonous Plants

 

According to the American Association of Poison Control Centers, in 2010 two people in the US died from ingesting poisonous plants. While death from poisonous plants is relatively low, exposures to the most toxic plants happen much more frequently. If you’re going to be out camping, gardening, fishing, or hunting, it’s important to be able … Continued

Enjoy the Great Outdoors: 5 Tips for Outdoor Safety for Children

 

Planning an excursion? No matter what time of the year it is, you and your child can find something fun to do in the great outdoors.  And while being outdoors can provide children with great educational experiences, physical exercise, and skill development, being prepared for a safe trip is highly important. You can have a successful … Continued

Enjoy the Great Outdoors: 5 Tips for Outdoor Safety for Children

 

Planning an excursion? No matter what time of the year it is, you and your child can find something fun to do in the great outdoors.  And while being outdoors can provide children with great educational experiences, physical exercise, and skill development, being prepared for a safe trip is highly important. You can have a successful … Continued

Sports Physical Exam: 5 Key Benefits of a Physical Exam for Sports

 

Did you know that nearly 8 million teens in the US play some sort of high school sport? High school athletics are incredibly popular and that popularity continues to grow. Many schools require student-athletes to have a sports physical exam before they can play.  Even if your school does not require a physical, it’s still … Continued