Updated 9.14.2022 The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized updated COVID-19 vaccine booster shots from Moderna and Pfizer that target the Omicron BA.5 variant. To help you keep your family safe, we have broken down some of the most pressing questions we have received from patients: How are these boosters different from past vaccines? The updated boosters now provide …
Read Full ArticleOftentimes, when someone sustains an injury, their first inclination is to head to the nearest hospital or urgent care center. But what if you don’t have easy access to any medical providers at the moment? Maybe you live in a rural area, or perhaps you’re on a hike or a camping trip. Whatever the case may be, you need to …
Read Full ArticleIf you’ve been following the news, you’ve likely heard about the recent outbreak of monkeypox cases in the United States. This disease is caused by the monkeypox virus, which is in the same family of viruses as the one that causes smallpox. In this article, PhysicianOne Urgent Care discusses monkeypox symptoms, transmission, and treatment. What Are the Symptoms of Monkeypox? …
Read Full ArticleHematuria refers to the presence of blood in a person’s urine. There are two main types of hematuria: Microscopic hematuria – A very small amount of blood in urine that can only be seen under a microscope Gross hematuria – A larger amount of blood in urine that is clearly visible There are several factors that can lead to hematuria. …
Read Full ArticleInjuries to skeletal muscles—the soft tissues that are attached to bones and power movement—can be downright painful and disruptive to everyday life. Thankfully, many muscle injuries are mild and can be addressed at home or at a reputable immediate care center like PhysicianOne Urgent Care. Let’s take a closer look at the four main types of skeletal muscle injuries and …
Read Full ArticleIf you’ve ever experienced a “stomach bug,” there’s a good chance that what you actually had was an intestinal infection known as viral gastroenteritis. Also referred to as the stomach flu, a stomach bug usually lasts only a day or two. However, some cases may last up to two weeks, which is why it’s important to know as much as …
Read Full ArticleUpdated 8.17.2022 What these changes mean and how to navigate for you and your loved ones. The biggest changes: 1) If you’ve been exposed to COVID-19, it’s no longer necessary to quarantine (wear a high quality mask and test on day 5). 2) No longer recommending routine screening of people without symptoms unless with a known exposure. If these updates …
Read Full ArticleIn the summertime, the weather isn’t always so fine—sometimes, specific health concerns might just keep you from enjoying all the fun in the sun. Two conditions to look out for during periods of high heat are heat stroke and heat exhaustion, both of which occur when the body is overheated and has trouble regulating temperature. But what exactly is the …
Read Full ArticleColds are commonly profiled as wintertime illnesses that strike during freezing, miserable temperatures. For instance, a parent or grandparent may have once told you to put on a jacket before stepping outside into chilly weather to avoid catching a cold. While it’s true that colds are quite common during the winter months, they’re also surprisingly widespread in the summertime. The …
Read Full ArticleAre you experiencing a runny nose, congestion, a headache, and sinus pressure? Before you can start treating your condition, you’ll need to determine exactly what’s causing your symptoms. Unfortunately, symptoms like these can result from a wide array of illnesses, including sinus infections and allergies. So, which do you have? Only a trained medical provider can supply you with an …
Read Full ArticleUpdated 9.14.2022 The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized updated COVID-19 vaccine booster shots from Moderna and Pfizer that target the Omicron BA.5 variant. To help Read More
Oftentimes, when someone sustains an injury, their first inclination is to head to the nearest hospital or urgent care center. But what if you don’t have easy access to any medic Read More
If you’ve been following the news, you’ve likely heard about the recent outbreak of monkeypox cases in the United States. This disease is caused by the monkeypox virus, which i Read More
