You’re tough, so when you twist or sprain your ankle or knee, you figure you’ll just deal with it on your own. A so-called sprain might really be a hairline fracture or a serious soft-tissue injury that’ll get worse if you don’t treat it promptly.
Uh oh. You “did it” again. You have a urinary tract infection, and now you feel like you need to go to the restroom all the time, nothing comes out, and you need another a course of antibiotics. Is there any way to stop a UTI in the first place?
Your sinuses are achy and inflamed. You’ve tried every remedy you know, but you either can’t shake your sinusitis at all, or it keeps coming back again and again. Fortunately, you can get help.
If you have allergies, you may have just learned to live with them. But when allergies create symptoms that impair your quality of life — or threaten it — you need medical treatment right away.
Oh no. You have to pee. Again. But frequent urination is just one sign of a urinary tract infection (UTI) that shouldn’t be ignored. Treating a UTI is easy. Not treating one leads to serious consequences.
As if migraine headaches weren’t bad enough, they actually have four distinct parts. Knowing about the stages of migraine can help you prepare for an attack … and know when it’s just about over.
You broke your arm. Your kid just knocked out a tooth. Or maybe the cat scratched the baby. You need care right away, but it isn’t a life-threatening or major emergency. That’s when it’s time for urgent care.
It’s time to choose a new method of birth control, but with so many options, how exactly do you make that choice? Your future plans, your present circumstances, and advice from a medical professional help you find the perfect match.
Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes may sound alike, but they are different. Discover the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
There’s no denying it, sexually transmitted diseases are at an all-time high, and you’re at risk of infection if you’re sexually active. Take charge of your sexual health, and get tested during September Sexual Health Awareness Month.
There’s no cure for irritable bowel syndrome, but with the right lifestyle changes, many people successfully control their symptoms and lead an enriching life. Having IBS doesn’t have to hold you back.
Millions of Americans experience problems getting or staying asleep. Though a medical condition is sometimes at play, common everyday habits often contribute to the problem.
Prediabetes is a warning that you may be moving toward type 2 diabetes, a serious medical condition that can greatly affect your overall health and wellbeing. But there’s good news. A simple screening test can alert you to the problem.
If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), there are many foods you should avoid but there are just as many you can enjoy. Find out how to create a menu you love without fearing the symptoms of IBS.
STD’s often don’t cause immediate symptoms, which is why STD testing is so important. Read on to learn how STD testing detects pre-symptom infections so you can get treatment to protect your health, that of your partner, and your baby if you get pregnant.
With a few exceptions, adults do best with seven to eight hours of sleep every 24 hours. This number is higher for teens, young children, and infants for a variety of reasons, most of which are related to the work your body does while you’re sleeping.
Although allergies have been a common problem for so many of us as of late, not everyone is actually familiar with how allergy or asthma symptoms may appear. In fact, many men and women ignore some of the early signs of allergen irritation
Although the kneejerk reaction for any concerned caregiver may be to grab the car keys and rush off to the hospital, the most sensible and effective choice may in-fact be urgent care services from a trustworthy family practice.
As much as we adore getting to finally enjoy those pumpkin spice snacks and preparing for the holidays as they quickly approach, autumn always brings with it an increased risk of developing fevers, flus, aches and pains.
What is the difference between brand name and generic drugs?
Smoking cessation or quitting smoking is the action taken to discontinue tobacco smoking
The link between sleep and health is a necessity that needs thorough examinations.
Different seasons may wreak serious havoc on your skin.
What is a vaccine, what type of vaccines are there and how safe and effective are they?
What you should know about personal hygiene, food, vaccines, health insurance, physical health and keeping a healthy lifestyle for your children as they go back to school.
The effects of winter on the body and how to stay healthy during winter.
Why the primary care physician is important and why you should regularly visit your PCP.
