What is H. pylori? Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a common type of bacteria that lives in the digestive tract after entering the body. Most people who carry H. pylori bacteria don’t show any symptoms. For some people, however, the bacteria can result in ulcers of the stomach or small intestine. In addition, an H. […]
What is mono (mononucleosis)? Mono, short for mononucleosis, is an infectious disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). It is frequently spread through saliva, which is why it’s often called the “kissing disease.” However, kissing isn’t the only way you can catch the virus, which is carried through bodily fluids. It can be […]
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and a leading cause of death from cancer. This cancer affects all racial and ethnic groups and is most often found in people ages 50 and older. The best way to prevent colorectal cancer is to get screened regularly starting […]
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 […]
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 […]
Are itchy eyes, a runny nose, or other allergy symptoms getting you down? Don’t worry – Physicians Immediate Care is here to help. From hay fever to sinus pressure, we’ll cure your worries so you can breathe easy, every season, indoors and out! What are allergies? You experience allergy symptoms when your immune system reacts […]
We’re excited to announce that Physicians Immediate Care is now using Alere™ influenza testing to better care for our patients. This state of the art technology is significantly faster and more accurate than other commonly used molecular tests. Physicians Immediate Care is committed to bringing you quick, convenient care without compromising quality. The Alere™ test […]