If you or a loved one has asthma, you likely have a lot of questions. Fortunately, asthma is a treatable and manageable condition that won’t impact your quality of life if you work with an experienced doctor. Here are some frequently asked questions about asthma that the providers at Cornerstone Urgent Care often discuss with…
Asthma is a very complicated chronic respiratory condition that spares no age group. The disease produces distressing symptoms that warrant a close partnership with an asthma doctor. While you may think that you can just self-medicate and do without medical intervention, not having it will make you susceptible to asthma flare-ups and other undesirable outcomes…
If you or your loved one sustains an injury or falls very ill, you may need emergency medicine treatment. This is a special area of medicine that addresses urgent and potentially life-threatening issues with immediate medical care and treatment. With emergency medicine treatment, you receive care for an issue that develops suddenly or rapidly. The…
While winter brings holiday cheer, it also presents a problem for people who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In the same way that the spring season is synonymous with allergies, the cold winter season can aggravate COPD and trigger potentially deadly flare-ups. Let’s talk about the challenges COPD patients encounter in the winter, how…
Diabetes is a slow and silent disease that may cause little to no symptoms in the beginning. Without monitoring your blood sugar levels and proper management, glucose in your blood can fluctuate. It can lead to diabetic emergencies with potentially life-threatening complications. You should aim for a blood sugar level between 80 to 130 milligrams…
An urgent care center can provide much more than just treatment for injuries and sudden illnesses. These healthcare facilities can also offer lab testing, routine wellness exams, and immunizations. One of these key services is administering flu shots. The flu shot works by fostering your body to build antibodies against the flu virus so that your…
When you have a chronic condition, it can affect your quality of life. In many cases, you can take certain steps to manage it and reduce your risk of complications. With COVID-19 being such a prevalent concern for many, it’s important to manage your chronic health problems and learn how to optimize your immune system…
Everyone gets cuts and scrapes when they’re growing up and playing a lot, but even the most cautious adults will occasionally get injured as well. Minor surface wounds can be cleaned and treated at home, but deeper breaks in your skin may require professional medical assistance. Unlike closed wounds, such as bruises or closed fractures,…
Lab tests help doctors in the assessment of your health. For example, blood tests and a urine test are usually part of your regular annual checkup so your doctor can look for any abnormalities, monitor certain health conditions, or evaluate your body’s response to treatments. Your results are checked to see whether they fall within…
The idea of staying protected from the coronavirus should not prevent you from seeking urgent care for an illness or injury. Your health and safety are the top priority in health facilities of all kinds, from hospitals to urgent care centers. You can rest assured that everyone is taking extra precautions, especially healthcare providers –…
Do you know what the difference is between a sprain and a strain? A lot of people mistakenly refer to these two types of injuries as the same, even though they are very different. Let’s take a look at what the difference is between sprains and strains. Sprains Sprains are characterized by overstretching or tearing…
An EKG is an electrocardiogram (abbreviation is from the original German word: elektrokardiogramm), which is a scan that is designed to detect and record the electrical activity of your heart. This is accomplished via electrodes placed strategically at various spots on your limbs and chest. The primary purpose of the EKG is to measure the…
