Lyme disease, the most common tick-borne illness, spreads through bites of infected black-legged ticks whose population is highest in June and July. Throughout the summertime, PhysicianOne Urgent Care sees an influx of patients who have been bitten by ticks and … Read more
Influenza, commonly called “the flu,” can make you feel miserable and can even be downright dangerous. Quickly getting the best flu treatment available can make all the difference in how severe your flu symptoms become and how quickly you recover. … Read more
People often use the term “flu” to describe any illness that causes many of the same symptoms of flu. But they may actually have what’s called a “flu-like illness.” A flu-like illness causes many of the same symptoms as the … Read more
Croup can leave a child feeling miserable and parents in a panic. The condition is caused by inflammation and swelling of the airway below the vocal cords. This swelling leads to a variety of symptoms, most notably a harsh, “barking” … Read more
As the temperatures drop here in Connecticut, New York and Massachusetts, the common cold is on the rise. The symptoms are no mystery: congestion and runny nose, cough, headache and perhaps a sore throat and mild fever. But sometimes that … Read more
Sports are a wonderful way to stay active, no matter what your age. But whether you’re a high school athlete or a senior sports enthusiast, getting injured is always a risk. Taking steps to prevent sports injuries is the first … Read more
