Now that we’re well into the thick of summer, it’s time to talk about everyone’s favorite pest – the mosquito. While they’ve always been carriers of diseases like West Nile and Dengue, it’s imperative that you avoid them this year now that the Zika virus has made it to the United States – especially if you are pregnant! And if…
As we approach the summer months, people are going to be heading outside to have some fun! When you’re outside, running around the yard with the kids and a soccer ball, the last thing on your mind is getting hurt. Then whoops! Looks like you just found that hole you keep meaning to fill in, and now your ankle is…
Asthma is becoming increasingly common. One in 12 people had asthma 7 years ago. And that was up from 1 in 14 people 15 years ago. Although, just because a person has asthma, doesn’t necessarily mean they will have an attack. Fortunately, it can be managed via medications and avoiding whatever allergens or triggers cause the attacks. What happens during…
Your child is tugging on their ears, feverish, having a hard time sleeping, and in a foul mood. A quick visit to the doctor yields two words every parent hates to hear: ear infection. Although more common in young children, ear infections can happen to anyone. And not all ear infections are created equally! Here’s what you need to know:…
Here at Oxford Urgent Care we take great pride in our facilities and staff, and wanted to shine a spotlight our very own Stephanie Barrett! Tell me about the office! How many exam rooms do you have? What are your lab capabilities? We have five exam rooms, and we try to keep one or two open for any truly urgent…
Chickenpox was once a very common childhood illness. However, due to the effectiveness of modern vaccinations, fewer than 200,000 children are diagnosed with it each year. The vaccine, administered at 12 to 15 months, and a booster at age 4 to 6, prevents 99% of chickenpox cases. Here are the basics. What are the symptoms of chicken pox? Caused by…
The Zika virus, declared an international public health emergency by the World Health Organization, is all over the news right now. But what is it? We’ve got answers. What is the Zika Virus? There is a frightening link between babies being born with very small heads, brain damage, and Zika. It is transmitted by mosquito, and is related to dengue…
How often do you see commercials for cholesterol medication? Probably quite often, if you watch any television at all. There’s a reason! Heart disease causes more deaths each year than all forms of cancer combined. Cholesterol is a major contributing factor because it clogs your arteries. Ever been drinking a smoothie or milkshake, things are chugging along fine. Then you…
You’re always told to take your vitamins; as a child, “they’ll help you grow big and strong!” as an adult, “these will keep you healthy!” And while some of us take them religiously every morning, many people don’t see the value. However, vitamin deficiency can cause very serious problems. Take vitamin B12 for instance. Did you know that it is…
Asthma is a long-term disease of the lungs affecting the airways that carry air to and from your lungs. This disease narrows and inflames air passageways, making breathing difficult. There is no cure for asthma, but knowledge about what happens during an asthma attack and treatments can help patients better manage the disease and live normal lives. People with asthma…