Flu season is arriving fast, and this year’s outlook is more serious than usual. A new, fast-spreading strain — Influenza A(H3N2) subclade K — is driving large outbreaks in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan. Early CDC data shows the same pattern beginning in the...
Prepare for the increased risk of car accidents during winter weather. After a minor impact, it’s crucial to check for injuries that the body’s shock response can temporarily conceal. It is always important to seek medical attention right away after a car...
With temperatures dropping and winter on the horizon, being outdoors entails hazards beyond a trivial slip or fall. Frostbite and hypothermia are two significant threats from extended cold exposure, each calling for immediate care and prompt intervention to prevent...
Your home, your job, your hobbies: all carry the potential for accidents and minor injuries. While eliminating all risks is impossible, adopting smart safety practices can drastically improve your odds. Below, you’ll find helpful injury prevention tips from PromptMD...
The return to school means new beginnings, but also the inevitable spread of childhood illnesses. PromptMD Urgent Care is ready to assist with back-to-school health concerns. Here’s what you need to know about some of the most common back-to-school ailments –...
Fun and development in kids’ sports are maximized when injury risks are thoughtfully addressed. At PromptMD Urgent Care, we want to help you keep your young athletes safe and healthy. Here’s what parents need to know about common sports injuries and how to...
