An allergic reaction is an abnormal immune response to a foreign substance. These substances can be anything from food and medications to environments. When your skin comes in contact with these substances, it can cause…
If you’ve ever complained of a headache, a stomach ache, or any other minor discomfort, chances are that someone’s asked if you’re dehydrated. There’s no standard amount of water that everyone should be drinking each…
An eye stye is an infection of the eyelid caused by a plugged gland. They are typically not very serious but they can cause quite a bit of pain and irritation. A stye can last…
When cold and flu season strikes, it’s helpful to be as healthy as possible. Everyone will, at some point in their life, discover how awful these viral infections can be, and do everything to avoid…
An estimated 31.6 million Americans deal with the uncomfortable effects of eczema. Are you one of them? If you or your child is suffering from itchy, red, and irritated skin, eczema could be the likely…
If you can remember your ABCs, you can easily remember the first aid basics. The ABCs stand for airways, breathing, and CPR. But what about first aid for cuts? If someone needs first aid for a…
When you have an urgent healthcare concern, you need two things: Quality, completely capable medical care Accessibility (walk-ins, convenient hours, open weekends, etc.) At Emerald Coast Urgent Care, we’re making our excellent care even more…
Nausea, stabbing pain, hearing loss — ear infections are no fun. But should you go to Urgent Care or can you handle it at home? And what if your child gets sick? Dealing with a…
As telemedicine continues to grow, 91% of healthcare facilities are expected to offer telemedicine services by the end of 2020. Telemedicine is a new, innovative way of seeing and treating patients. Because of its many…
Did you know that as many as half of Americans have some form of heart disease? If you’re worried about taking care of your heart, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and having regular medical checkups can…
