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The Signs You’re Having a Severe Allergic reaction and it’s Time to go to the Hospital
Learn the signs of a severe allergic reaction and when it is time to go to the hospital Allergic reactions vary in severity from person to person. What may show up as a mild reaction in one person could be life-threatening to the next, even if they are exposed to the same amount of the…
Oh No, I Broke a Bone! What’s next?
The Immediate Steps to Take When You or a Loved One Breaks a Bone If you have luckily never broken a bone, when faced with the question “is my bone broken or not,” it can be more difficult to determine than expected. In many cases, most people who think their bone is broken have only…
The Key Differences Between a CT Scan and MRI
What type of imaging exam do you need? If you ever had an injury or even a certain type of disease, it might have required an imaging exam. Imaging exams use advanced technology to help physicians get a closer look into the body to help diagnose the issue. There are multiple types of imaging exams…
Tips to Keep Your Heart Healthy in the Month of Love
Learn the essentials to ensure one of the most vital organs in the body, the heart, remains healthy. It is only fitting that February is noted as American Heart Month and the Month of Love – the month symbolized by a heart, where Valentine’s Day is celebrated, and we take time to remember and emphasize…
Essential Home Medical Items Needed During a Freeze
Ensure your home first-aid kit is prepared for the next winter freeze with the right medical supplies. During times of extremely cold weather or a winter freeze, staying healthy and safe may present a challenge. Slippery roads, power outages, freezing temperatures, and so much more are what some people face once their area is under…
Food That Boosts Mental Health
Implement food that boosts mental health into your daily life for a simple way to participate in National Self-Love Month this year. For many, a new year marks new beginnings – a time for a fresh start and alignment in day-to-day life. Many do this by setting goals and resolutions to implement into their life…
Difference Between Outpatient and Inpatient Medical Services
Will your hospital procedure require you to stay overnight? In a hospital, the terms inpatient and outpatient are often used when referring to the type of procedure or services a patient receives. It is essential for you to know the difference between the two types of care to understand what to expect during and after…
The Health and Wellness Checklist for 2023
New year, healthier you! Discover 10 essential tips for maintaining health and wellness in 2023. Over the next month, thousands will participate in the typical new year activities – buying a new planner with the new calendar year, creating a vision board that maps out the year ahead, and writing a list of resolutions to…
Prevent Burn Injuries
Avoid hazardous burn injuries with essential safety tips and learn the correct time to go to the ER based on burn severity. We see it happen every year. Hundreds of thousands of patients of all ages are admitted to the hospital with burn injuries – ranging from minor to severe. With the right prevention, you…
Emergency Room vs. Urgent care: Where should I go?
Determine if an ER or Urgent Care is the right choice for you in a sudden medical situation. When you’re suddenly feeling sick or have an unexpected injury, you have many options for “immediate” care – the emergency room, an urgent care facility, or a free-standing clinic. Do not let the challenge of choosing what…