Lacerations, no matter how small, need proper wound care to prevent serious complications, such as tetanus and sepsis. Below are the basic steps to proper wound care, the goal of which is to create a conducive environment for a quick healing process. Step 1: Apply firm pressure to the wound with a clean cloth to…
No one can deny that suffering from a wound is difficult and uncomfortable, but after receiving the wounds, your real patience comes into play, i.e., the healing of the wound. Regardless of your wound type, all you want for your wound is to heal quickly. Wounds heal naturally with time, but you can also speed…
The major breakthroughs in imaging technology have ushered in the development of many sophisticated techniques, among which are digital X-rays. Despite their life-saving benefits, there is this enduring concern about the safety of X-rays in general. When the term “X-ray” gets mentioned, people cannot help but associate it with radiation and be concerned about the…
An annual physical is essentially a comprehensive evaluation of your health. It is considered a type of preventive care visit since it includes patient education, through which you can learn about your risks for certain medical conditions as well as some self-care strategies. If you’re due for an annual physical, the first thing that might…
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), private industry employers had reported approximately 2.7 million nonfatal work-related illnesses and injuries in 2020 alone. This goes to show that even with employers’ strict compliance with the guidelines set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), injuries can still happen at work –and even the…
There is no telling when pediatric health emergencies happen. Fortunately, urgent care clinics, like ours here at Cornerstone Urgent Care Center in Rochester, New York, exist to provide patients of all ages prompt care for non-life-threatening health concerns that can’t wait. Now you know where to go when your child falls ill or gets injured…
For quick treatment of a non-life-threatening but important medical issue, it is no longer necessary to head to the nearest emergency room. If you want to save on medical costs and not have to wait hours to receive medical care, consider going to an urgent care clinic. An urgent care center is a facility where…
An injury— regardless of whether you sustained it at home, on the job, during your sports game, or as a result of a car accident—can pose a threat to your financial stability and cause you quality-of-life issues. If you have a minor injury that you think still requires prompt medical intervention, consider visiting an urgent…
When you need medical attention quickly, look no further than our urgent care center in Rochester, NY. Open for extended hours seven days a week, you can receive treatment and services to treat all types of injuries and conditions at an urgent care center. It is an ideal facility to visit when you need urgent…
Sinuses are cavities or spaces in the head that are interconnected by channels. Sinuses produce mucus, which keeps the nose clean and free of bacteria. However, the sinuses can become infected, and instead of pockets of just air, they become clogged with thick mucus. A mild case of sinus infection can be treated at home….
A wound is a break in the skin. Cuts, scrapes, and scratches are all wounds. You could wound yourself when cooking, cleaning, or gardening. Your child could wound themselves during a bad fall at home or while playing. A wound can happen at any time, night or day, and it pays to know how to…
If you’ve ever been checked for a broken bone or a lung issue, you’ve probably had an X-ray. This technology has been an incredibly helpful diagnostic medical tool since the late 1800s, and it is now upgraded to be in digital format. The X-ray’s major benefits include its speed in producing quick results for your…
