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Can a Primary Care Doctor Prescribe Birth Control?
There are many different motivations for why women choose to use birth control. The primary purpose is to stop women from getting pregnant, but oral contraceptives and other forms of birth control can also be used to treat various problems that affect people’s health. Many women acquire birth control through their reproductive health care provider,… Continue reading Can a Primary Care Doctor Prescribe Birth Control?
Jessica Guht Mar. 08, 2023
What Is Primary Care?
Primary care is defined by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine as “the provision of integrated, accessible health care services by clinicians who are accountable for addressing a large majority of personal health care needs, developing a sustained partnership with patients, and practicing in the context of family and community.” Essentially, primary care… Continue reading What Is Primary Care?
Jessica Guht Mar. 08, 2023
Can Urgent Care Prescribe Blood Pressure Medication?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common medical condition that affects almost half of all American adults. As such, it’s common to find blood pressure medication available at urgent care centers. However, each center has different rules and procedures, so you might experience a different process depending on which urgent care center… Continue reading Can Urgent Care Prescribe Blood Pressure Medication?
Victoria Fanslau Mar. 07, 2023
Can a Yeast Infection Cause a False Positive or Negative Pregnancy Test?
When anyone is trying to get pregnant, there are a number of concerns that can run through our minds in the moments running up to the moment we get the result from the pregnancy test. You might wonder can a yeast infection cause a false positive pregnancy test or a false negative result. Table of… Continue reading Can a Yeast Infection Cause a False Positive or Negative Pregnancy Test?
Victoria Fanslau Mar. 07, 2023
Can Urgent Care Prescribe Birth Control?
Urgent care centers provide important care for individuals around the country that may not have access to regular healthcare. For instance, someone might go to urgent care for gynecological issues, such as those that are in need of birth control or emergency contraception. Urgent care can offer immediate access to important services that could prevent… Continue reading Can Urgent Care Prescribe Birth Control?
Jessica Guht Mar. 07, 2023
Can Urgent Care Prescribe Antibiotics?
Getting your required prescription can take time, and sometimes that waiting period is far too long. If you need immediate medical attention and or a referral, you would need to head to the nearest urgent care center. Your urgent care physician can help to diagnose your condition and decide on what the best treatment would… Continue reading Can Urgent Care Prescribe Antibiotics?
Victoria Fanslau Mar. 06, 2023
Can You Go to Urgent Care for a Sinus Infection?
According to a recent study, approximately 12% of Americans below the age of 45 deal with chronic sinus infections (sinusitis). People with allergies, or respiratory conditions, such as asthma, are more predisposed than others to develop this condition. However, as the severity of symptoms can vary on a case-by-case basis, many people are unsure of… Continue reading Can You Go to Urgent Care for a Sinus Infection?
Victoria Fanslau Mar. 06, 2023
Do I Need an Appointment for Urgent Care?
Getting treatment when you need it is highly important for your health, but what happens when the waiting list to see your primary care physician is far too long for you to wait? Some conditions require immediate treatment to prevent them from getting worse, and for that, you need to see a healthcare professional as… Continue reading Do I Need an Appointment for Urgent Care?
Jessica Guht Mar. 06, 2023
Urgent Care vs. Walk-In Clinic: What’s the Difference?
Many healthcare professionals and members of the public use the terms “urgent care” and “walk-in clinic” interchangeably. However, there is a subtle difference between them. Urgent care clinics are for patients with non-life-threatening conditions that can’t wait more than 24 hours for treatment, whereas walk-in clinics are for general health concerns. This article describes what… Continue reading Urgent Care vs. Walk-In Clinic: What’s the Difference?
Jessica Guht Mar. 02, 2023
Can You Go to Urgent Care For Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)?
Bacterial Vaginosis is one of the most common causes of vaginal complaints. Its prevalence means that there are a wide variety of treatment options are available, meaning many of those dealing with BV do not need to attend urgent care. However, if you are in considerable amounts of pain/discomfort, an urgent care facility will be… Continue reading Can You Go to Urgent Care For Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)?
Jessica Guht Mar. 02, 2023
Can You Go to Urgent Care for High Blood Pressure?
High Blood Pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that affects approximately 47%, or 116 million people in the US, according to the CDC. While ranging in severity, symptoms of high blood pressure can include: Blood pressure is measured using a machine called a sphygmomanometer, which measures your Systolic Blood Pressure (the pressure inside your arteries)… Continue reading Can You Go to Urgent Care for High Blood Pressure?
Jessica Guht Mar. 02, 2023
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