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What Is Gout? Symptoms, Testing & Treatment

February 21, 2018

If you suspect you’re suffering from gout, visit CareNow® for a uric acid test and learn how you can minimize symptoms.

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STD Signs, Symptoms And Testing at CareNow Urgent...

February 12, 2018

Unfortunately, STDs are a significant health challenge in the United States. CareNow® makes testing easy, efficient and discreet.

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Urgent Care For UTI Treatment

January 31, 2018

It’s important that you identify a UTI as soon as you get one so you can begin treating it immediately and visit your local CareNow for treatment!

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How CareNow® Is Helping To Treat The 2017-2018...

January 29, 2018

The 2017-2018 flu outbreak has had a considerable impact across all of America and isn’t showing signs of stopping.

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Winter Workouts: How To Stay Active

January 22, 2018

By staying active during the winter months, you will not only stay trim, but healthy as well.

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Travel Vaccines & Immunizations: What You'll Need

January 9, 2018

If you’re planning to travel any time soon, it’s crucial you know what travel vaccinations and immunizations you’ll need beforehand.

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How To Make and Keep New Year's Resolutions

December 29, 2017

The New Year is almost here and it’s time to start thinking about what resolutions you want to make.

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How To Manage Stress This Holiday Season

December 27, 2017

While the holidays are full of fun and festivities, they can also be extremely stressful.

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How To Avoid Weight Gain During The Holidays

December 14, 2017

With so many baked goods, holiday parties and big meals, it's not surprising that most people have a hard time maintaining their weight.

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Importance Of Employment Drug Testing

December 11, 2017

It’s been reported that drug, alcohol and tobacco abuse cost the United States some $524 billion each year.

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Signs And Symptoms Of Strep Throat

December 4, 2017

Identifying strep throat as soon as possible is the best way to prevent complications & get you or your loved one on the road to recovery.

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Bronchitis Symptoms and Treatment

November 27, 2017

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the airways in the lungs and is a nagging illness that affects an estimated 8.7 million adults in the U.S. each...

What’s The Difference Between Cold And Flu?

November 22, 2017

Experiencing that dreaded achy, feverish feeling while we sneeze and cough like crazy? The first thing to do is determine whether it'a a cold...

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Sinus Infection Or Allergies?

November 20, 2017

To determine if you’re suffering from a sinus infection and how to treat it, it’s important to know what it is first.

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How To Get Rid Of Dry Skin

November 14, 2017

Whether it’s the skin on your face or your hands that gets most dry during the winter, it’s important to pay proper attention to your skin during...

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Winter Health Tips: Prevent Cold, Flu And Other...

November 6, 2017

It’s not unusual to wake up with a sore throat, suffer from congestion or even catch the flu during the fall and winter months. Here's what you...

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Struggling with Sleep Deprivation? These Tips ...

November 2, 2017

Sleep is essential to being the best version of us each and every day. When you're sleep deprived, your emotional health often suffers.

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Halloween Safety Tips

October 24, 2017

Between dressing up in costumes and getting bags full of candy, there’s no better event than trick or treating. However, Halloween can also be...

First Aid Kit Supplies You Must Have At Home

October 18, 2017

Burns, scrapes, bee stings, etc. can easily be taken care of without seeking professional medical care if you have the right items at home!

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We Are #LasVegas Strong

October 7, 2017

We are deeply grateful to the brave men and women of Metro, our community’s outstanding medical personnel and all of the first responders who...

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Germs: Everything You Need To Know

October 3, 2017

What are some ways you can protect your child against germs when they go back to school? This post has the answers.

Concussions And Children’s Sports

September 26, 2017

Concussions are common in children’s sports. Here's a few things to know to help prevent them.

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Healthy School Lunches and Snacks For Kids

September 21, 2017

With obesity and diabetes rates on the rise, it’s essential your child learn healthy eating habits at a young age.

tags: healthy school lunches

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Home Remedies Your Mom Was Actually Right About

September 20, 2017

Yes, gargling with saltwater really helps a sore throat, and more mom-approved home remedies to try.

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Flu Shot Myths That Can Make You Sick

September 20, 2017

Make sure you know the facts about flu shot myths before you decide to skip the flu vaccine this year.

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The Flu Shot: Everything You Need To Know For ...

September 18, 2017

Many people consider the flu shot for themselves and their families since even the healthiest people are vulnerable to a circulating flu virus...

tags: flu shot , flu shot 2017

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How To Prepare For A Hurricane: Harvey and Irma

September 7, 2017

Knowing how to prepare for a hurricane will keep you and your family safe and ready when the worst hits.

tags: hurricane , hurricane preparedness , irma

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Five Tips To Help Tackle Altitude Sickness

August 29, 2017

Even if you live in Colorado year round and your body is relatively acclimated, you can still experience a change when traveling to the mountains...

tags: altitude , altitude sickness

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Tips for Traveling on Labor Day Weekend

August 28, 2017

Heading out of town for the holiday? Here's our best tips for Labor Day travel.

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Fall Allergies: Causes, Symptoms and Solutions

August 24, 2017

Most people think allergies occur only during the spring, but the truth is, fall allergies can be just as brutal.

tags: allergies , fall allergies

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Summer Safety Tips To Get You Through The Heat

August 10, 2017

Learn these summer safety tips to keep your summer time fun and injury free!

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Can Urgent Care Clinics Treat Poison Oak?

August 9, 2017

What to do if you get poison oak.

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This Is The Number One Sign of Melanoma

August 8, 2017

Look out for these signs of skin cancer.

How to Handle Your Rashes

July 24, 2017

Here's everything you need to know about treating skin irritations.

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What You Need To Know About Sun Exposure

July 24, 2017

Learn how to reduce your chance of developing melanoma.

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How Much Water To Drink A Day

July 17, 2017

Learn how much water should you be drinking each day

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How to Avoid Bug Bites During Summer

July 10, 2017

Our best tips for common insect dangers

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What You Need to Know About Treating Burns

July 3, 2017

Find out when to seek treatment for burns

How to Naturally Lower Your Blood Pressure

June 22, 2017

Although commonly misunderstood, blood pressure is a relatively simple calculation that can reveal a great deal about your physical health. And...

CPR: What you need to know in an emergency situation

June 22, 2017

When every second counts, don't let yourself be unprepared. Learn about CPR and why it is important to become certified.

Low-Calorie Summer Drinks

June 19, 2017

There's nothing quite as refreshing as a cool drink on a hot day. Unfortunately, many summer drinks contain tons of sugar and calories. Instead...

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Removing A Foreign Object From Your Ear

June 15, 2017

Find out what to do if you or your child has a foreign object in their ear.

What Happens During Dehydration

June 5, 2017

There are a number of ways our bodies lose water: breathing, urinating, sweating, etc. Typically we will replenish our body's water level by ...

How to Know when an Audiometry Screening is Needed

May 29, 2017

According to recent studies, approximately 15% of American adults (37.5 million) aged 18 and over report some trouble hearing. Hearing loss can...

What to Expect with an EKG

May 22, 2017

With all the wires and patches, an electrocardiogram, also known as an EKG, can seem like a scary test to some people. However, EKGs are a relatively...

How To Know If You Have An Ear Infection

May 15, 2017

If you have an earache, it can be difficult to know whether you're suffering from an ear infection or a side effect from the common cold. By ...

5 Healthy Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

May 1, 2017

May 5th has become a highly celebrated date in America. Cinco de Mayo originated as a way to commemorate Mexico's victory over French forces ...

CareNow Opens Southlake Location

April 13, 2017

CareNow continues to grow both in the DFW area and, as of recently, throughout the rest of the country. Commencing with a ribbon cutting, CareNow...

How to Stay Injury Free For Runners

April 10, 2017

With summer just around the corner, you may want to get back into your cardio groove. What better way to start than to dust off your running ...

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Spring Allergies Symptoms And Treatment

April 3, 2017

When allergies and asthma attacks are most prevalent, CareNow® is here to offer advice for finding spring allergy relief.

Spring Allergy Facts: 5 Things You Didn't Know

March 27, 2017

Once the coughing, sneezing, wheezing and itching begin to occur, springtime can be completely miserable. Here are five things you didn't know...

Emergency Room Or Urgent Care?

March 13, 2017

When an illness or injury happens, the next steps can be rushed and frantic. But knowing what you should do is key to making sure you or your...

Why You Should Learn CPR

March 13, 2017

Most people know cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save lives, but hesitate learning because they're worried it will be too challenging...

Protecting Your Hearing Health

March 6, 2017

Many people think poor hearing only affects senior citizens; however, hearing damage can happen to anyone. Once hearing has been damaged, it ...

How To Work Out For Heart Health

February 27, 2017

There are a number of ways to keep your heart healthy. Maintaining a healthy diet, avoiding bad habits like smoking and getting enough sleep ...

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