American River Urgent Care Blog
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Follow the American River Urgent Care Blog to know our thoughts on urgent care and more! We make the well-being and safety of patients its number one priority. We cater to the health and wellness needs of children, adults, and seniors. The team performs physical exams for all ages, treats illnesses, infections, and wounds, and provides care for patients with chronic conditions, including..
American River Urgent Care Blog
1w ago
A fever — or abnormally high temperature — is the body’s way of fighting off infection and illness. Here, we dispel a few of the most pervasive myths surrounding this healthy immune system response ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
1M ago
Most sore throats go away on their own and are nothing to worry about. For as reassuring as that may be, you still want relief when your throat is painfully swollen and red. Here are a few proven ways to soothe a nagging sore throat ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
2M ago
You meant to get your seasonal flu vaccine back in September as recommended, but life got in the way. Now it’s February, and you’re wondering if it’s too late to get your flu shot. Luckily, it’s not — and here’s why you should still get one ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
3M ago
Antibiotics treat certain illnesses caused by bacterial infection. They can restore your health, prevent serious complications, and even safeguard your life. Find out when they’re necessary — and when they’re not. ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
4M ago
As one of the most common complaints during cold and flu season, a cough may resolve on its own in a relatively short amount of time — or it may linger and get worse. Here’s when to seek expert care for your cough ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
6M ago
Have you ever wondered how a vaccine protects you from disease-causing pathogens like bacteria and viruses? Here, we look in-depth at how vaccination boosts normal immune system function to keep you healthy ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
7M ago
If you arrive at our walk-in clinic with chest discomfort, shortness of breath, or leg swelling, we may recommend having a chest X-ray. Here’s what this quick and painless diagnostic imaging test can tell us about your heart. ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
8M ago
Your shoulders are the most mobile — and the least stable — joints in your body. As such, they’re more vulnerable to injury, including dislocation. Learn how this painful, joint-deforming injury occurs, and what kind of symptoms it causes. ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
10M ago
If your young athlete needs a sports physical prior to the upcoming school year, now is an ideal time to get it done. Learn why this preseason exam is so important, and find out how it differs from a regular physical exam. ..read more
American River Urgent Care Blog
1y ago
You’ve got a sudden, severe headache that’s making you feel faint. Should you head to an urgent care clinic, or would it be wiser to go to the local ER? Here’s how to decide where to seek prompt medical attention for a pressing health concern ..read more