Internal Medicine vs. Family Medicine: Which is Right for You?

How Family Medicine Plays a Crucial Role in Long-Term Health

Internal medicine and family medicine are two common terms you might see in the healthcare world, and it’s important to know the major differences so you can select the right physician to meet your needs. They both provide full care, but each has its unique aspects which may sway your decision. In this article, we’ll break down … Read more

STD Testing: Why Regular Screening Is Essential for Sexual Health

Comprehensive Guide to Family Medicine: Ensuring Your Family's Health at Every Stage

Sexual health can be one of the most important components of overall health and well-being, and an important part of sexual health is knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Many individuals do not understand that even when they feel perfectly healthy, regular STD testing is one of a number of important things that they should do … Read more

Recognizing and Treating Strep Throat: A Quick Guide

Strep Throat Symptoms: How Absolute Urgent Care Can Provide Immediate Relief

Strep throat is a familiar bacterial infection reaching millions of people every year. Early recognition and treatment are imperative to manage strep throat effectively and facilitate rapid healing. This guide will provide you with an overview of the symptoms of strep throat, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.  What Is Strep Throat? Strep throat also medically defined … Read more

The Importance of Annual Physicals: Staying Ahead of Health Issues

What to Expect During Your Annual Physical

With busy work schedules, family, and so many other responsibilities, it’s easy to ignore our health in the world of today. But it’s important to take care of ourselves, and one of the best ways to catch potential health problems is an annual physical exam. These check-ups are more than a formality; they provide a proactive approach to … Read more

Occupational Medicine Services: Ensuring Workplace Health and Safety

The importance of employee health and safety in today’s future demand workplace. Occupational medicine services ensure workers and the workplace itself are healthy, preventing work-related injuries and promoting a healthy workforce. These services play an unignorable role in maintaining a productive and secure workplace, and at Absolute Urgent Care, we understand this. In this blog, I’m going to … Read more

Managing Allergies Year-Round: Tips and Treatments

Allergies

For the most part, allergies are not an issue until they are — most people, unless you get allergies all year round, may not even think about this- until they are at the mercy of their allergies. Between pollen in the spring, dust mites in the fall and pet dander year-round, handling allergies can be overwhelming. I … Read more

Understanding Minor Surgical Interventions in Urgent Care

Understanding Minor Surgical Procedures: What to Expect at Absolute Urgent Care

I have found that urgent care can make all of the difference for someone that does not have a life-threatening condition. Patients are surprised to learn that there are minor surgical procedures that can be done in these environments. Knowing when such procedures are needed can empower you to make informed choices about your health care. What Constitutes … Read more

Common Skin Disorders: Identification, Treatment, and Prevention

Allergies

The skin, the largest organ in the body, acts as protector against environmental factors. But it is vulnerable to a range of disorders that can harm our health and the quality of our lives. This article will walk you through some common skin diseases, how to recognize them, treatments available, and prevention tips to keep your skin healthy. … Read more

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