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June means backyard BBQs, graduation parties, and long evenings around the grill. But every summer, we see the same thing in urgent care, someone’s “quick stomach bug” turning into hours of vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration. The good news? Most food poisoning from BBQs is preventable with a few simple habits. Why BBQ Season Increases Food […]
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June means longer days, packed schedules, and kids bouncing between the pool, playground, and summer sports. It’s the season of scraped knees, rolled ankles, and “I’m fine!” followed by a limp 10 minutes later. Sprains and strains are some of the most common summer injuries in kids. The good news? Many are preventable with a few simple
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What You Need to Know About Tick Season Tick activity peaks between May and July, with May seeing the highest rate of tick-related emergency visits at 134 per 100,000 people. Over 89,000 cases of Lyme disease were reported in 2023 alone, making it the most common tick-borne illness in the United States. Most tick bites can
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Spring sports season brings a surge in sprains, strains, fractures, and concussions, especially among young athletes returning to activity after winter downtime. About 34.5% of high school sports injuries require X-ray assessment, and the most common issues include ankle sprains, muscle strains, stress fractures, and overuse injuries. Prevention starts with proper warm-ups, appropriate safety gear, and gradual
Spring Sports Safety: Preventing and Treating Common Injuries (2026 Stats & Tips) Read More »
Discover fast, effective home remedies for sinus relief. Learn expert tips, natural solutions, and when to seek same-day urgent care for lasting comfort.
Effective Sinus Relief Techniques You Can Do at Home Read More »
From sprains to concussions, learn how to spot common youth sports injuries and know when urgent care is enough or when the ER is the right call.
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Seasonal allergies don’t just affect your nose. They can impact sleep, mood, and mental health. Learn why and how to manage both.
Seasonal Allergies & Mental Health: More Than “Just the Sniffles” Read More »
When the seasons shift and the air fills with pollen, dust, and mold, your body often knows before you do. The sneezing starts. The pressure builds behind your eyes. And suddenly, something as simple as stepping outside feels like a battle with the atmosphere. If that sounds familiar, you’re far from alone. Millions of people
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STI Rates Are Down in the US—But Don’t Skip Your Test! There’s some good news in the fight against sexually transmitted infections (STIs): for the first time in nearly two decades, the United States saw a 1.8% decrease in total STI cases in 2023. But before you celebrate, remember—millions of new cases are still reported
When a fever, chills, or that stubborn cough shows up uninvited, the big question follows close behind: Is this just a cold, or do I need to be seen? At Xpress Wellness Urgent Care, with clinics across Oklahoma and Kansas, we help take the guesswork out of feeling sick with fast answers and compassionate care.
Stuck with a Fever, Not Flowers? Swab → Answer → Ahhh Read More »
