The common cold and coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) are both contagious respiratory infections that can produce similar symptoms. Often caused by a rhinovirus, the common cold is a relatively mild upper respiratory illness that usually improves without treatment. On the other hand, COVID-19 is caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), a brand-new virus that is potentially much more …
Read Full ArticleThe safety of our patients and team members is always our top priority. The next time you’re in one of our centers, you will likely notice the updates we have made. Learn about the precautions we are taking to keep you safe and healthy during your in-center visit to PhysicianOne Urgent Care below. Waiting Rooms Our waiting rooms have been …
Read Full ArticleWith COVID-19 still in our communities, is it safe to travel this summer? Dr. Jeannie Kenkare, our Chief Medical Officer and Co-founder, shares helpful information on how to stay safe and healthy this summer when traveling. 1. Road Trips: Try to limit stops which would put you at risk for coming into close contact with other people and places where …
Read Full ArticleLyme 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 may be experiencing the symptoms of Lyme disease, but this year, there’s an additional illness to worry about: COVID-19. Because …
Read Full ArticleSafety Tips For Seeing Family and Friends During Re-Opening Phases of COVID-19 Pandemic As local businesses and resources begin to re-open in phases after the initial shutdown due to the global coronavirus pandemic, you are likely considering expanding your social circle to see family and friends. Wondering to how to safely start to socialize? Dr. Jeannie Kenkare, our Chief Medical …
Read Full ArticleOur Virtual Office Visits Offer Safety & Convenience During a Stressful Time At PhysicianOne Urgent Care, we’ve been leading the way in delivering fast and convenient urgent care services for many years, and now our innovative approach is needed more than ever. That’s why we’re offering Virtual Visits with our medical professionals at all 23 of our urgent care locations …
Read Full ArticleTelehealth Virtual Visits Now Available for All PhysicianOne Urgent Care Locations The need for on-demand healthcare is at an all-time high. To provide efficient medical attention for patients in a safe setting, PhysicianOne Urgent Care is now offering Telehealth appointments for all Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York residents. These Virtual Visits are designed to keep at-risk patients safe behind the …
Read Full ArticleVirtual Appointments and Curb Side Check-In Available to Urgent Care Patients At PhysicianOne Urgent Care, our patients’ safety is our top priority. That’s why, in response to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, our Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York clinics have updated patient visitation procedures. In addition to providing Virtual Visit appointments—which allow you to quickly discuss your condition with a healthcare …
Read Full ArticleTelehealth Virtual Visits Now Available for All PhysicianOne Urgent Care Locations The need for on-demand healthcare is at an all-time high. To provide efficient medical attention for patients in a safe setting, PhysicianOne Urgent Care is now offering Telehealth appointments for all Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York residents. These Virtual Visits are designed to keep at-risk patients safe behind the …
Read Full ArticlePlease be advised; Fireworks are illegal in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public display conducted at a state-approved site by licensed pyrotechnicians. Summer means picnics, barbecues, parades and fireworks displays, especially around the 4th of July. Before your family celebrates, make sure everyone knows about fireworks safety. If not handled …
Read Full ArticlePhysicianOne Urgent Care is steadfastly committed to meeting the changing healthcare needs of the communities we serve, which is why we’re pleased to offer virtual visits to adul Read More
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to impact families across the globe, many questions still remain: How did the novel coronavirus start? Will there ever be a cure? And—perhaps one Read More
Ah, allergies—you know the feeling all too well. Or so you think. Because during flu season, you might start questioning whether something more serious—like influenza—could b Read More
