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How do you know if you have COVID? It’s a question we’ve asked since the pandemic began. With so many overlapping symptoms, it can be tricky to tell the difference between COVID and other respiratory illnesses. But the good news is that there are some simple steps you can take to confirm if it’s COVID […]
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With school back in session, illnesses will be an inevitabile. And as a parent, it can be hard to know when to keep your kids home from school or when to let them power through the day. While perfect attendance sounds great, sending a child to school when they’re feeling under the weather can make
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If you’ve ever spent the day at a pool or lake and come home with an annoying itch or pain in your ear, you may be familiar with the condition called swimmer’s ear. But what is swimmer’s ear? Let’s dive in. Swimmer’s Ear: Causes and Symptoms Swimmer’s ear is an infection of the ear. It
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Summer is winding down and the flurry of back-to-school preparations is fast approaching. In addition to academics, the school year brings the excitement of extracurricular activities like sports. But the return of athletic seasons has many parents wondering: Where can I get a sports physical as soon as possible for my child? If you’re feeling
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Strep throat is a common (and dreaded) bacterial infection, so it’s easy for your mind to go there whenever your child complains of a sore throat. But what does strep throat look like? Learn how to spot some of the telltale signs and symptoms, and when to head to Xpress Wellness Urgent Care for treatment.
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If you’ve ever had the flu, you know it’s more than just a bad cold. It can hit fast and hard — leaving you stuck in bed with a fever, chills, body aches, and a serious lack of energy. When you feel miserable, it’s normal to wonder: how long does the flu last? Let’s break
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Summer brings sunshine, fresh air and unfortunately, itchy rashes if you brush up against the wrong plant. Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac all release a natural oil called urushiol, a substance that triggers allergic reactions in up to 85% of people. The result? Red, itchy, and often blister-filled rashes that can seriously put
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When your baby isn’t feeling well, it’s natural to worry — especially when symptoms like coughing, congestion, or a fever show up. Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common illness that affects infants and young children, and can cause some distressing symptoms. While most parents are familiar with the typical symptoms of RSV like a
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Pink eye — also known as conjunctivitis — is one of those things that seems to spread like wildfire, especially among children. It’s uncomfortable, inconvenient, and if you or a loved one has it you’re probably desperate to know: how long is pink eye contagious? The answer depends on the type of pink eye, but
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