When should I visit a doctor or urgent care for a splinter or foreign object? Foreign objects (wood splinters, thorns, glass, nails, etc.) can cause pain, bleeding, and infection if they get into your skin or eyes. In mild cases, you can carefully remove the foreign body yourself using first aid. However, if the object […]
Read More
How to treat hand or wrist injuries There are many types of injuries that can affect your hands and wrists. Impact injuries are considered acute and can cause sudden pain. These include sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations, and tendons or ligament injuries. These conditions require prompt treatment for the best recovery. Chronic hand conditions can result […]
Read More
What is strep throat? Strep throat is a bacterial infection of the throat and tonsils that is more common in children than adults but does affect individuals of all ages. Commonly mistaken for a sore throat or common cold, especially during the winter season, strep throat accounts for only a fraction of sore throats. The […]
Read More
There are many good reasons that health benefits are one of the most valuable benefits of employment. Nothing is more important than taking care of your health and the health of your employees and family. When it comes to health care, it can be expensive and hard to find the right care for your team. […]
Read More
Scrapes and cuts are a part of everyday life, and most can be treated at home. Other cuts and scrapes may leave you wondering, do you cover them up and leave them to heal or do I need to visit a doctor or urgent care for a few carefully placed stitches? Stitches give added support […]
Read More
The answer is YES! Many people treat coffee as an affordable luxury and the average cost of a cup of coffee in the U.S. jumped 7.6% in 2022 to an average of $4.90. Recent inflation combined with changes in weather conditions for coffee-growing areas means that even coffee made at home is more expensive! With […]
Read More
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can burn, and cause multiple trips to the bathroom, making them both painful and disruptive. What is a UTI? UTIs are the second most-frequent bacterial infection and they occur in your urinary system, which includes the bladder, urethra, kidneys, and uterus. However, UTIs most commonly impact the urethra and bladder. Women are at a […]
Read More
Direct primary care (DPC) continues to make an impact on health outcomes, engagement, and the total cost of care. None of this would be possible without our dedicated staff and providers who are committed and dedicated to the patient members they serve. We are grateful for our care team who are the reason that we […]
Read More
Change your habits, change your life Many people are planning on making 2023, the year that they become healthier and happier. There are many studies that show that healthy habits help people to live longer and avoid or delay serious illnesses. For many, behavior change is difficult, but it can be done more easily with support. […]
Read More
As winter approaches, some people experience the “winter blues,” feeling sad from shorter days, climbing into bed earlier, and not ready to wake up on dark mornings. “Winter blues” are different from Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.), a type of depression related to the change in seasons. SAD begins and ends at the same time every […]
Read More