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  • Understanding a Sprained Ankle: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Tips

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    October 19, 2024

    A sprained ankle is one of the most common injuries among athletes and active individuals. Whether it’s a misstep during a run or a twist on uneven ground, an ankle sprain can be painful and frustrating. Proper treatment is essential…

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  • How a Healthy Diet Can Help You Manage Chronic Pain

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    September 12, 2024

    Chronic pain is a daily reality for millions, affecting more than just physical comfort; it impacts mental well-being, emotional stability, and overall quality of life. While medications and physical therapies are common approaches, there’s a growing understanding of how the…

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  • Back To School Health Tips

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    August 19, 2024

    With the school year now underway, it's a great time to ensure your child has a safe and healthy start. As they settle into their new routines, it’s important to keep their well-being in mind. Here are some essential health…

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  • Contact Dermatitis: An Overview

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    July 25, 2024

    Contact dermatitis is an itchy rash caused by direct contact with something. Usually it is an allergic reaction to a certain substance. Contact dermatitis is not contagious. Most cases are not severe, either; but they can be very uncomfortable. Sometimes itching…

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  • Inflammation: A Body’s Best Friend and Worst Enemy

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    June 25, 2024

    Ever stubbed your toe or cut your finger? If so, you've seen inflammation in action. While it can be a nuisance (nobody likes a swollen toe!), inflammation plays a crucial role in our body's defense system. But what is inflammation?…

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  • IF THE SHOE FITS

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    May 31, 2024

    What happens to feet when shoes are worn too small? There are a host of problems that come with wearing shoes too small. There are minor, often temporary, problems when feet are crammed into a shoe size a little too…

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  • CPR Saved Damar Hamlin’s Life: Here’s Why You Should Get

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    April 2, 2024

    CPR Saved Damar Hamlin's Life: Here's Why You Should Get Certified

    The world watched with bated breath when Damar Hamlin collapsed during the pivotal Buffalo Bills vs. Cincinnati Bengals NFL game on Jan. 2. Emergency medical personnel from the University of Cincinnati saved Hamlin's life with immediate CPR and defibrillation. The…

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  • Beyond Small Talk: Conversation Starters to Conquer Social Anxiety

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    March 14, 2024

    Beyond Small Talk: Conversation Starters to Conquer Social Anxiety

    Do conversations sometimes leave your mind drawing a blank? Does the idea of making casual conversation fill you with dread? If so, you're far from alone. Social anxiety is a common experience that can make even casual chats feel impossible.…

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  • Eight Tips for Lowering UTI Risk

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    February 22, 2024

    UTI Treatment

    A urinary tract infection is any infection that develops in the body's urinary system. The urethra, bladder, and kidneys are the primary parts of the urinary system. While urinary tract infections (or UTIs) are much more common in women than…

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  • 5 Things to Do When Your New Year’s Resolutions Fail

    By  Accelerated Urgent Care

    January 8, 2024

    As the bright glimmer of the new year begins to fade, it's natural for many people to start thinking about their lapsed New Year's resolutions. But what do you do when your resolutions fail? Here are five tips to help…

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