Most everyone develops a cut or scrape on occasion, and many such wounds heal on their own or with simple homecare. More serious cuts, however, may require medical treatment. In those cases, making sure you get the care you need before too…

These unprecedented times of living in a worldwide pandemic have caused concern for many. We’re here to help you navigate through the challenges of the virus and equip you with necessary knowledge. Asrar Sheikh, MD, Teofilo Vinluan, MD, and the…

Ear infections are common in children but they also occur in adults. Many ear infections resolve on their own without antibiotics. But whether your ear infection requires antibiotics, you’re still likely to experience discomfort while waiting for the infection to…

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that pass from one person to another via sexual contact. You may think that only other people get STDs, but these infections are more common than you may realize. Nearly 20 million new cases of…

Kids are Petri dishes with legs. They can get 8-10 colds per year before the age of 2 and up to a dozen a year once they start school.  It’s not always easy to tell the difference between a sore throat that’s due to…

Did you know that the week of May 9-15 is Women’s Health Week? During this time, we’d like to shed light on common women’s health issues and the various women’s health services that our team of providers at Family Urgent Care offers in our…

According to recent estimates of sexual disease transmission, approximately 1 in 6 people are living with a sexually transmitted disease, or STD. Left untreated, an STD can quickly get worse, with the potential for long-term peripheral issues and complications. If you’re…

It’s no secret that many people prefer not to go to the doctor. Yet, as understandable as it is, avoiding the doctor is not good for your overall health or longevity.  Your annual physical is your doctor’s opportunity to make…

Protecting your baby from illness is one of your biggest jobs as a parent. However, babies are notorious for their baby hygiene and don’t quite know how to protect themselves or keep themselves healthy. As a result, illnesses can quickly…

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have been part of human society for a long time. Today, STI rates are rising, and it’s increasingly important to consistently use protection when you engage in sexual activity. Using protection and…