An urgent care is not a replacement for an emergency room visit if your condition is serious or life-threatening. It can be a replacement for your doctor’s office if you’re experiencing a minor but urgent condition and can’t see your regular physician.   ..read more

Whether you’re a frequent at-home cook or professional chef, there are safety tips in the kitchen to follow to prevent most of the worst kitchen injuries ..read more

A new variant has changed how the country is approaching COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean the pandemic is over. Testing and vaccination remain important tools in combating the spread of omicron, the new variant. Use this guide to get more information on the current COVID-19 picture and everything you need to know to navigate the pandemic as safely as possible ..read more

Occupational medicine is an essential piece of a safe workplace and can keep that workplace running smoothly. Understanding what it covers and the benefits of strong occupational health services can dramatically improve worker health and safety ..read more

There has been a massive increase in travel bookings both domestically and abroad. This is despite concerns over the persistent delta variant of COVID-19 that some experts say may cause additional transmission spikes this winter.  So is it safe to travel over the holidays this year? For the vaccinated, holiday travel may be about managing your own risk. If you’re planning to travel abroad, that can mean testing. For the unvaccinated, that can mean additional restrictions that make it difficult to travel overseas at all and increase your risk if traveling domestically. If you’ve already ..read more

Seeing your doctor regularly is an important component of overall health. Your annual physical exam can look different depending on your age and any family history you’ve shared with your physician. Learn about preventive screenings for every age, including what that annual health checkup should look like with certain health histories ..read more

Vaccine mandates across the county for many indoor establishments, expanded access to vaccine boosters, and safety plans for businesses and schools have become the new normal in Los Angeles. Keeping track of changing protocols can be challenging, but it’s essential to follow the latest across the county to keep yourself safe and maintain your access to safe spaces.  ..read more

With cold and flu season upon us, it’s important to understand the difference between cold vs. flu symptoms so that you know how to best treat each one. Learn how to tell whether you’re experiencing the cold, flu, even COVID-19, your top treatment options, and when to seek medical attention ..read more

Conjunctivitis, more commonly known as pink eye, is an inflammation or infection that affects the eyes. The most apparent pink eye symptoms include a pink to reddish color in the whites of the eyes, but there’s so much more to know and understand about this eye condition ..read more

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common infections that can affect any part of your urinary system. While highly treatable with a course of antibiotics, UTI symptoms can become serious if left untreated ..read more