Why You Should Get Enough Water
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
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
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
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 […]
Lawn Maintenance Safety Tips
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
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
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
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 […]
Tips for Managing Asthma During COVID-19
During times of stress, like the COVID-19 outbreak, it’s easy to forget to take care of pre-existing conditions in favor of avoiding new illness. This week, the CDC’s Disease of the Week is asthma. Here is a portion of a list of reminders for managing the chronic condition: Be prepared: Have supplies like your inhaler […]
New Name. Same Choice!
ChoiceOne Urgent Care is now Health Choice Urgent Care! Effective May 4, 2020 all patient statements and correspondence will be branded as Health Choice Urgent Care and our new website is www.stage-healthchoiceuc.gsandfdev.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about our upcoming brand launch!
