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January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Physicians Immediate Care wants you to know that there’s a lot you can do to prevent cervical cancer. About 20 million Americans currently have HPV (human papillomavirus), the most common sexually transmitted disease. HPV is one of the leading causes of cervical cancer. The good news? HPV can be […]
Take Care Of Your Immune System Your immune system is vital year around, but doubly so for fighting off germs during cold and flu season. Use our 5 point checklist to keep you sneeze-free! So it’s that time of year, again, when germs seem to be at their peak, and practically everyone gets sick […]
The best part of hosting a Thanksgiving dinner is the leftovers! Here is a deliciously healthy recipe using leftover turkey – or chicken will work well too. Southwestern Turkey Salad in Avocado Bowl Prep Time 15 mins / Serves 4 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded 2/3 cup greek yogurt 3 tablespoons chunky salsa 1 tablespoon […]
Back pain is one of the most common medical problems experienced by adults. According to the Mayo Clinic, back pain affects 8 out of 10 people at some point in their lives. Fortunately, you can take measures to prevent or relieve most occurrences of back pain. What are types of back pain? Back pain can range […]
Each year the flu vaccine changes – that’s one of the reasons you need to get a flu shot every year – and 2017 is no exception. Fortunately, Physicians Immediate Care is here not only to provide you with swift and effective flu shots but also the facts you need to know about the upcoming […]
You may be surprised to learn that most cases of urinary tract infection aren’t severe enough to warrant an emergency-room visit – but often the pain and discomfort they bring can certainly make it seem like they do. UTIs are among the most common infections in the US, afflicting over 3 million men and women […]
(DIXON, IL) – Physicians Immediate Care and KSB Hospital have announced the acquisition of the Now Care facility in Dixon, IL. Now Care’s Dixon location will be closing their doors on Sunday, September 24, 2017, and current patients & clients will be directed to Physicians Immediate Care’s existing clinic, affiliated with KSB Hospital and located […]
Despite the high temperatures of the last few weeks, it’s important to remember that flu season is quickly approaching – and it’s not too early to get your flu shot. (And you’ll certainly prefer it to getting the flu.) Nevertheless, there’s still a lot of Americans who fail to get their shot. During the 2014-15 […]
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that can become worse with age. Arthritis is very common, affecting over 3 million people in the US each year, making it the most common chronic illness in the United States and the nation’s number one cause of disability. There are over 100 […]