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Urgent Care Essentials: Common Injuries and Illnesses for Students Returning to School

Illness, Injuries / Integrity Urgent Care

Going back to school means seeing old friends and making new ones, learning new skills, and returning to routines and schedules. It also means close contact with other kids, which increases the chance of getting sick or having an accident. That’s why it’s essential to understand the most common back-to-school injuries and illnesses. Common Back-to-School […]

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Heat Stroke Prevention 101: How to Stay Safe in Hot Weather

Wellness / Integrity Urgent Care

Summer is here – and the weather is only getting hotter! Did you know that heat is the number one weather-related killer in the US? According to the CDC, about 1,220 people in the US die from heat stroke every year. The good news is that heat-related illness and death are preventable. Our team at

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Summertime First Aid: Essential Supplies for Your Vacation and Outdoor Adventures

First Aid Handbook / Integrity Urgent Care

Minor injuries often increase in the summer when people travel, vacation, and spend more time doing outdoor activities. Fortunately, most injuries can be easily treated – especially if you have a well-stocked first-aid kit. But what first aid supplies do you need? Here are 13 essentials to keep in your first-aid kit so you’re always

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Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, Poison Sumac – What’s the Difference?

Infections / Integrity Urgent Care

Summertime means more time outside enjoying nature – and a greater chance of exposure to poisonous plants. Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac produce an oil that almost everyone is allergic to. Urushiol is an irritating toxin that causes an allergic reaction in the form of an itchy, red rash often accompanied by blisters,

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Everything You Need to Know About Impetigo and How it Differs from Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Infections / k.olson@xpwell.com

Impetigo: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment – and How it Differs from Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Impetigo is a common and contagious bacterial skin infection. It typically affects children between two and five years old, but anyone can get it. Keep reading to learn basic facts about impetigo, prevention tips, treatment options, and how it differs

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Urgent Care vs Emergency Room Costs: What You Need to Know

General, Healthy Living, Illness, Injuries / k.olson@xpwell.com

Urgent care clinics and emergency rooms offer many of the same services. But choosing an urgent care clinic can save you hundreds to thousands of dollars – and many hours of time. Read More: Navigating Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room: When to Choose Integrity Urgent Care What is the average cost and wait time of

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Coughs and Colds – Do I Need a Doctor?

General, Illness / k.olson@xpwell.com

If you have a cough, sore throat, or runny nose, you may wonder if you need to see a doctor. A mild cough or cold is usually nothing to worry about. However, some situations call for a doctor’s appointment. Knowing what symptoms require a trip to a healthcare provider will put your mind at ease

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Urgent Care for Winter Sports Injuries: Trust Integrity Urgent Care for Prompt Care and Recovery

Injuries / k.olson@xpwell.com

Participating in winter sports is a great way to have fun and stay active during the cold winter months. However, low temperatures, icy surfaces, and high speeds can lead to sports injuries. The most common injuries are strains, sprains, fractures, dislocations, and head injuries. It’s important to seek medical attention to prevent these injuries from

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What You Need to Bring to a DOT Physical Exam

General, Wellness / k.olson@xpwell.com

What is a DOT physical? Department of Transportation (DOT) physicals are required for all commercially licensed drivers. If you want a career driving large commercial vehicles, you’ll need a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and a valid DOT medical card. This card can only be obtained after you successfully pass a DOT physical exam. DOT physicals

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Virtual Visits with Integrity Urgent Care: Healthcare from the Comfort of Your Home

Healthy Living, Wellness / k.olson@xpwell.com

At Integrity Urgent Care, we look for ways to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care for our patients. Virtual doctor visits are a convenient way to get the healthcare you need from the comfort and safety of your own home. What is a virtual visit? Telehealth, also called telemedicine, allows your doctor to care for you without

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