Strep throat
Is it strep throat or something else? As kids head back to school, so do the germs, including those that cause sore throats. Sore throats can indicate a variety of
Safety tips for returning to school during COVID-19
When the COVID-19 pandemic first emerged, it made sense to take students out of school. Transitioning to virtual learning environments bought time for experts to learn more about the virus.
Should I go to the emergency room for knee pain?
Knee pain is a common complaint, especially in today’s active society. It can be a severe problem like a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear or something as simple as
Tips for strengthening your immune system
Fall has arrived and with it, so has the flu and cold season. The past few months, we’ve been dealing with not only the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus
What you need to know about motor vehicle accident injuries
On average, there are nearly 17,000 car crashes every day. Some of these crashes are minor “fender benders,” while some are more serious in nature. Almost 3 million Americans visit
Patient satisfaction is higher at freestanding emergency centers.
Freestanding emergency rooms like Community First ER are good options for people while local hospitals continue to be at full capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With little or no
Signs, Symptoms, and How to Prevent Cardiac Arrest.
When you think of the term “cardiac arrest,” you may automatically assume it is the same as having a heart attack. The two conditions, while related, are not the same.
Prevention and Treatment of Common Sports Injuries in Kids
School is out, and summer is in full swing. Kids may find themselves engaging in more sports activities now that they have some extra free time on their hands. When
Safely Celebrating the Fourth of July Holiday
While the July 4th holiday can be festive and fun with barbecues, parades, pool parties, and fireworks, it has the potential to turn dangerous in a hurry. The last thing
Heatstroke
What is heatstroke, and how is it treated? Summer has officially arrived and with it, so has the heat. Unfortunately, the hot temperatures can put people at risk for heatstroke