Sunscreen Facts and Things to Consider

Sunscreen Facts

Sunscreen is important, and we all know it. As your best option in preventing Melanoma, which is the deadliest form of skin cancer, it’s important to know if you’re using the right type of sunscreen to protect yourself. To make sure you are taking every step to keep safe in the sun, read our five […]

Why You Should Get Enough Water

Hydration

Staying hydrated can be difficult, despite how important we know it is for the human body. Even though water consumption can be through food as well as beverages, it’s still ultimately accepted that plain drinking water is the best way to hydrate. It isn’t just about preventing the immediate dizzying effects of dehydration- which can […]

When to Seek Medical Treatment for Sunburn

Sunburn Seek Treatment

Over the past couple of weeks, we have been looking into how to protect yourself from the sun. That being said, we know that slip ups happen, and sunburns are common. The majority of sunburns hurt and are uncomfortable, and in many cases, you just have to wait them out to heal. But there are […]

Where to Find Health Learning Resources

Resources

Have you ever wondered what you can do or how to prepare for various health related scenarios? In times like these resources are important, and what better resource do we as individuals have than the ability to learn?  The CDC website has a section dedicated to empowering the public with access to valuable resources and […]

The Basics About Autoimmune Disorders

Autoimmune Disorders

Most people are familiar with the importance of having a healthy and active immune system, but sometimes the body gets confused, and starts to fight healthy cells the same way it does toxins and other things that cause illness. This can be dangerous and make us feel sick even without the presence of an intruding […]

Northside Completes Rebranding of Health Choice Urgent Care

Northside Completes Rebranding of Health Choice Urgent Care Health Choice Urgent Care Now Offers COVID-19 Testing and Antibody Testing Atlanta, GA. – (June 17, 2020) – Northside Hospital announces the completion of the launch of a new Brand, Health Choice Urgent Care, formerly ChoiceOne Urgent Care. The new name, Health Choice, represents a reintroduction of the […]

Lawn Maintenance Safety Tips

Yard Safety

For those of us with outdoor spaces to maintain, summertime means an increased awareness of just how fast grass and other foliage can grow! The summer weather often leads to planning to keep our yards tidy by hedge clipping, grass cutting, and weed eating. All those activities are a great way to enjoy sunshine while […]

4 Tips for Managing Stress After Trauma

Stress Trauma

Many members of our communities are going through hard situations and are overcoming traumatic events. It’s important to us at MEDcare to do what we can to help ease the stress that our patients are facing. In order to do so we want to share some of the four simplest things the CDC recommends helping […]

Things to Keep in Your Take-Along First Aid Kit

First Aid

Springtime can be especially exciting for many families that enjoy warm weather outdoor activities. As communities reopen recreational areas it’s a good time to think about replenishing, updating, or introducing a First Aid Kit to your list of things to bring on adventures. Travel first aid kits should resemble the kits you have at home […]

5 Everyday Precautions for Preventing COVID-19

Reopening Safety

At MEDcare we understand that while some of our communities are starting to re-open, there are still concerns about preventing the spread of COVID-19. While the ease of getting back to normal is welcome, it’s still important to be conscientious of our responsibilities to lessen the risks of contracting illness. Here are five things you […]