You stepped on glass. You ran your hands across an unfinished piece of wood. You were cleaning the garage, and now you have a metal fragment stuck in your hand. It happens, and while most splinters can be safely removed from home, there are occasions when medical care is a must. Visit your local urgent … Continued

Every year, between 5% and 20% of the American population will get the flu. The majority of those people will recover on their own with some bed rest and fluids. But, for children, the consequences of the flu can be far more severe. Knowing when cold and flu symptoms warrant a visit to urgent care … Continued

As parents, the last thing we want to watch is them be distressed because they are sick and uncomfortable. One of the most frightening situations for parents is realizing that your child has a fever and not knowing what has caused it or what to do next. But, when you know the causes of fever … Continued

Back to school physicals are essential for all children ranging from pre-school to college. Even if your child is healthy and feels fine, it’s important to have them scheduled for their routine annual check-up before they go back to school.  A back to school physical can benefit them in more ways than one, and you … Continued

Summertime heat and water are an ideal pairing, regardless of where you live. Whether your activity of choice is poolside swimming, lakeside lounging, or ocean adventures, safety should always be a priority.  There are plenty of lakes, rivers, beaches, and pools in Louisiana, but unfortunately, accidental drownings are among the leading causes of death in … Continued

As summer heats up, families are spending more and more time outside enjoying activities like going to the lake and chilling outdoors. With all of this recreation time, you or a member of your family could be subject to minor injuries like splinters. While splinters aren’t typically very harmful, they do hurt. When you get … Continued

Ear infections are very common. They are the most common reason children are brought to the doctor and estimates suggest that by their third birthday, 5 in 6 children will have suffered from an ear infection and they can happen to babies as well.  They’re not exclusive to children either. While they are more common among … Continued

Around 44 million Americans get annual physicals, and 92 percent of people surveyed feel it’s important to get annual physicals. Have you scheduled yours yet? Most of us only go to the doctor when something is wrong. It is important to see your doctor for a physical to help prevent future health issues, establish baselines, and … Continued

In the United States, 1.1 million people are burned and require medical attention every year. For many people, burns happen as part of cooking, working on vehicles, or staying out in the sun for too long. Whether or not you will need treatment depends on what degree the wound is labeled as on the burn classification … Continued