The fall season brings its own set of health risks and concerns and seeking urgent care when needed can help protect your health. From seasonal viruses, the flu, and COVID’s resurgence to outdoor accidents, finding a medical home open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily for walk-ins is a first step to prioritizing your health.
Seasonal viruses such as the flu and common cold are more prevalent during this time. Children going back to school and residing in close quarters, promotes the spread of illnesses. Seeking urgent care at the first sign of symptoms can prevent the spread of these viruses and ensure a faster recovery. Here are the top 7 reasons patients turn to urgent care to feel better fast.
Reasons to Seek Urgent Care in the Fall
Fall allergies can be severe
Fall allergies, commonly triggered by the prevalence of ragweed and mold spores in the air on the East Coast, can be more than just a nuisance for many individuals. They can impair daily activities. Autumn allergens can cause a range of symptoms, including sneezing, itching, watery eyes, nasal congestion, and respiratory difficulties.
Expensive and often unproductive over the counter remedies frequently just delay symptoms that return with a vengeance. When you visit NasonCare urgent and primary care, our medical professionals can evaluate your symptoms and perform tests to determine the exact cause of your allergic reactions. Based on the findings, we will recommend appropriate medications to alleviate your symptoms effectively. Thus, preventing adjacent issues like sinus infections that may result from allergies left untreated.
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Flu season is in full swing
That’s right, flu season is here. The flu can be much more than just a minor inconvenience. It can knock you off your feet for days, or even weeks, with symptoms such as high fever, fatigue, body aches, and respiratory problems. In severe cases, the flu can lead to complications such as pneumonia, bronchitis, or worsening of existing health conditions.
By seeking NasonCare urgent care at the first sign of the flu, you can receive prompt diagnosis and treatment to alleviate your symptoms, prevent complications, and shorten the duration of the illness. Medical professionals can prescribe antiviral medications that can make a significant difference in your recovery time.
Even better, we provide flu shots to help protect you from getting the flu in the first place. Getting vaccinated safeguards your health and helps prevent the spread of the virus to those more vulnerable, such as young children and the elderly.
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Accidents are more common in the fall
The fall season brings with it an uptick in injuries. Sports are back in full swing for school-aged children, and cooler weather brings out adults looking to take their fitness efforts outdoors. This can result in injuries such as sprains, fractures, and head trauma.
Whether navigating a football injury or a fall from a ladder, NasonCare provides in-house X-rays and CT to determine the extent of your injury on the spot.
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A new strain of COVID is on the rise
Find out if it is COVID and treat it fast at NasonCare. The new strain of COVID is rising in occurrence, but we have a much better handle on how to identify and treat COVID in 2023. Be smart and determine whether it is COVID, then treat symptoms quickly to recover faster and help prevent long COVID. Vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and people with chronic diseases, have antiviral treatments available now. Our board-certified emergency physician and team will help you navigate the ever-changing information around COVID effectively.
Note: PCR tests may be required by some employers to allow for time off. Let your NasonCare provider know if this is required.
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Mental health concerns are prevalent
The changing seasons and the impending holidays can trigger feelings of sadness, anxiety, or even depression for many individuals. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a common condition that affects people during the fall and winter months. SAD is characterized by symptoms such as low mood, lack of energy, and changes in appetite and sleep patterns. If left untreated, it can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Additionally, the stress and pressure of the upcoming holidays can cause people to experience feelings of loneliness or increased social anxiety.
If you or a loved one are experiencing depression or anxiety, we invite you to walk in and work through some options for relief with our providers. We have several trusted mental health specialists available for referral as needed.
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It’s vital to catch early signs of serious illnesses
Is it strep, a cold, flu, COVID-19, a bacterial infection, pneumonia, or other? Are these aches and pains a symptom of a bigger issue? Is it a tummy ache or an appendicitis? Do I need stitches? What is this rash? We have the answers. NasonCare primary and urgent care is equipped with experienced medical professionals and on-site diagnostics and lab work to diagnose and treat a wide range of illnesses. They have the expertise to identify symptoms early on and provide appropriate treatment.
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Preventive care is essential for long-term health
When it comes to your health, prevention is always better than cure. Seeking urgent care as a first step to finding your primary care medical home may be the best thing you and your family can do to protect your health over time. NasonCare offers easy access, affordable self-pay, and accepts most insurances. We have full-time and exam areas dedicated to our primary care patients. Let us be your doctor. From flu shots to annual check-ups, we make wellness easy.
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Go To Nason
By considering these essential tips, you can find a quality urgent care facility near you that meets your specific needs and provides the level of care you deserve. For more information and to see estimated times for patient care, just go to www.gotonason.com. Walk-ins welcome.
