The flu (influenza virus) is a contagious illness. It is a viral infection that hits the respiratory system. Young children, individuals over the age of 65, and people with weak immune systems have a higher chance of developing more severe symptoms when they catch the flu. There is no cure for the flu but recognizing…
In someone who has asthma, an asthma attack occurs when something suddenly prompts your airways to narrow and become swollen. This makes breathing extremely difficult, and it is why a severe asthma attack necessitates a visit to a doctor right away. The attack is often the result of an allergic reaction, such as to pollutants…
The first signs of an acute wrist injury are severe pain, swelling, tenderness, and bruising. You may have broken your wrist, sprained your wrist, or just developed a minor injury that will go away with rest. Do not try to self-diagnose an injured wrist, because this type of joint injury should be medically evaluated…
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common condition that affects about 45% of the U.S. adult population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a division of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). Because this condition causes a significant risk of having a heart attack or stroke, it…
Accidents are almost inevitable when you play sports. So, if you incur an injury, which doctor or facility should you visit first? Most people assume the best place to visit is the emergency room (ER), however, in most cases, this is not necessary. Others believe that unless it’s a life-threatening emergency, you should get an…
The symptoms of the common cold and the flu are very similar in its early forms, but flu symptoms last longer and are more severe. And to most people, wintertime is almost synonymous with cold and flu season. It’s a time when you need your immune system to give its best to decrease your likelihood…
Sudden health issues and injuries are a part of life. Everyone will, at one point, need quick medical care for non-life-threatening conditions – such as the common cold, an earache, or a sprained ankle. Fortunately, there are healthcare centers that are conveniently located near you to address this kind of minor emergency, and they’re called…
It is highly recommended that everyone – regardless of age – have an annual physical exam done every single year. Physical exams are typically performed by your primary care physician. A physical examination can be helpful because it can help determine the status of your health. This can give way to early intervention and prevention…
When it comes to your child’s fever, any parent will want to err on the side of caution. But when do you seek urgent care? What about the emergency room? While there is no substitute for calling your pediatrician for advice, here are some guidelines to help decide when to bring your child to urgent…
Nobody wants to have the flu. It takes a physical, mental, and emotional toll on the sufferer, not to mention it can spread to your loved ones. The development of the flu vaccine has saved many lives around the world. In the United States, the seasonal flu vaccine saves tens of thousands of lives and…
Whether it’s baseball, softball, basketball, soccer, tennis, or golf in the warmer months or football, hockey, or skiing in the fall and winter, active Rochester, New York residents – both young and old – love to participate in sports year-round. Most of these activities are relatively safe, especially when the proper attire is worn and…
Thank you for visiting our blog and we look forward to connecting with you. Cornerstone Urgent Care Center is excited to bring you the latest information about research and advancements in urgent care walk-in clinic medicine. This blog will also be used to post updates about our practice and keep in touch with our patients….
