Sunburn SOS: When Your Skin Needs More Than Just Aloe (And It's Time for Urgent Care)

The sun is beckoning, and outdoor adventures are calling. But sometimes, despite our best intentions, the sun gets the better of us, leaving behind more than just a healthy glow – it leaves a painful sunburn. While most sunburns are mild...

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Trampolines are a blast

Trampolines are a blast—there’s no denying it. For kids, they’re a backyard favorite. For parents, they’re a great way to burn off energy. But here at Family First Urgent Care, we also see the flip side: trampoline-related...

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What Families Should Know About Dehydration

Don’t Dry Out! What Families Should Know About Dehydration – From Family First Urgent Care With warmer days, outdoor play, sports, and summer fun just around the corner, staying hydrated becomes more important than ever. At Family First...

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What to Do When a Sting Happens

Spending time outdoors: Ticks

Tick Bite Safety: What to Know and How to Protect Yourself Spending time outdoors—whether hiking, camping, or just enjoying your backyard—is a great way to stay active and connected with nature. But with warmer weather comes an increased...

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Staying Safe on Two Wheels

  Two Wheels, Smart Choices: Staying Safe and What to Do if the Unexpected Happens The wind in your hair, the sun on your face – there's a unique joy that comes with cycling. Whether you're commuting to work, hitting scenic...

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Don't Let Poison Ivy Ruin Your Day: What You Need To Know

   Don’t Let Poison Ivy Ruin Your Day: What You Need to Know   Spending time outdoors is a great way to unwind, but a brush with poison ivy can turn a peaceful walk into an itchy nightmare. This common plant is known for...

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Cold Weather Urgent Care

During the cold months, urgent care centers often see an increase in patients seeking medical attention for various reasons. Some of the most common reasons for going to urgent care during the winter include: Influenza and Cold Symptoms: Cold and...

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Pickleball: Possible Injuries to Watch Out for

Pickleball, a rapidly growing sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, is enjoyed by people of all ages. However, like any sport, it presents a risk of injuries. The most common injuries associated with pickleball...

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Strep Throat: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment

             While working in the Urgent Care it is not uncommon to see multiple patients on the same day with the same complaint. One of our most common visit reasons is for a complaint of “sore throat”....

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