Choosing a sunscreen seems simple, but with so many brands and variations available on the shelf, deciding which product best meets your needs can be difficult. Always choose a broad-spectrum or multi-spectrum sunscreen that protects you from both UVB and UVA rays. UVB rays cause sunburn, the SPF (sun protection factor) listed on a bottle refers to that product’s ability …
Read Full ArticleU.S. Measles Cases Soar in 2014 The confirmed cases of measles in the U.S. for nearly the first half of 2014 are already eight times greater than the average number of cases reported each year. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) confirms 477 measles cases from January 1, 2014 through June 13, 2014, while only about 60 cases of measles …
Read Full ArticleMiddle East Respiratory Syndrome, or MERS, is a new virus that has been a cause of concern on the media lately. MERS is a viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus called “Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus” (MERs-CoV). The first occurrence of MERS began in Saudi Arabia in 2012. Most cases of confirmed MERS infection in the Arabian Peninsula developed …
Read Full ArticleHello everyone, I just wanted to send a quick message to let you know that everything you love about Urgent Care of Connecticut is staying the same – except for our name! I’m pleased to announce that, effective June 2014, our name will be … Why change our name? Well, we are growing – our new name will allow us to …
Read Full ArticleNational Emergency Medical Services Week is a time to honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services on the front-line of medicine. Top 5 Characteristics that Best Describe Emergency Personnel Brave Compassionate Dedicated Empathetic Strong Whether fighting crime, fires, or being the first to provide care when the need arises – emergency personnel are out there saving …
Read Full ArticleMay 6th – May 12th is National Nurses Week, where we honor our compassionate and courageous nurses. The field of nursing wasn’t always a respected or highly recognized career. Here are some of the most famous nurses in history who helped mold the nursing profession into the modern, respected field it is today. Florence Nightingale- Known as “The Lady with …
Read Full ArticleMay 6th – May 12th is National Nurses Week, where we honor our compassionate and courageous nurses. In honor of National Nurses Week 2014, we had a chance to sit down with the nurses of Urgent Care of Connecticut for a “Get to Know You” session. Although they are not directly involved in daily patient care, they each play a …
Read Full ArticleWhat is Sarcoidosis? Sarcoidosis is a noninfectious, inflammatory disease. Although the exact cause is unknown, sarcoidosis is thought to be due to an exaggerated immune response to an unknown trigger or substance the patient encounters. People with sarcoidosis develop granulomas; small, abnormal clumps of inflammatory cells that cluster together. Although granulomas are most commonly found in the lungs, lymph nodes, …
Read Full ArticleEveryone has stress of some kind in their lives. Review the following tips from the American Psychological Association for ideas to help you manage the stress in your life more effectively. Identify your sources of stress. What events or situations trigger stressful feelings for you? Learn your own stress signals. You may feel irritable or experience headaches, muscle tension, or …
Read Full ArticleThe arrival of spring brings more opportunities for outdoor youth sporting events and activities. Young athletes on the field frequently sustain minor injuries such as cuts, bumps, and bruises. Sometimes, when athletes fall or collide with other players, head injuries occur. More serious head injuries that affect the brain are known as concussions. A concussion occurs when an impact causes …
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 Read More
Colds 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 ja Read More
Are 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 you Read More
