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Should I Go to the ER, Urgent Care or Primary Care?

You can’t plan for an unexpected health problem or emergency, but when you or a loved one needs immediate care, do you know where to go?
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Should I Take My Child to the Emergency Room?

When your child is sick or hurt, you want to do what is best for them. Sometimes they just need to see their pediatrician, sometimes they need more. Learn where to go for what conditions.
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Allergic Reactions: Why Reacting Quickly Saves Lives

Sneezing and wheezing can be signs of seasonal allergies. However, if you have symptoms like hives, swelling of your lips or tongue or difficulty breathing, you may be having a serious allergic reaction. Learn when an allergic reaction needs urgent treatment.
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Broken Bones: How to Spot Them and Where to Seek Care

Your bones can bear a lot, but they have breaking points. Broken bones occur when these important parts of your skeletal framework meet more force than they can handle.
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How to Know if You’re Having an Allergic Reaction to Antibiotics

You’re under the weather with a bacterial infection. To get you back to feeling your best, your doctor prescribed an antibiotic. But now that you’ve started taking it, you’re experiencing other symptoms. How can you tell if it’s an allergic reaction to antibiotics?
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The Top 10 Signs You Might Need a Concussion Test

The Top 10 Signs You Might Need a Concussion Test

If you’ve ever watched a sporting event on TV or in person, you’ve probably seen at least one athlete taken off the field with a concussion. This type of traumatic brain injury is common, particularly among athletes, but would you recognize the symptoms if you or a loved one needed a concussion test?
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Recognizing Appendicitis: Signs Your Sudden Abdominal Pain May Be More Serious

Appendicitis is a medical emergency. Knowing the signs and symptoms of appendicitis can help you and your loved ones receive timely treatment.
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When to Seek Emergency Room Care for Cardiovascular Symptoms

Having a heart attack is a life-threatening situation that needs to be addressed immediately, but how do you know if you’re experiencing one? Find out when to seek emergency room care for cardiovascular symptoms
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5 Ways to Avoid the ER This Winter

Winter presents potentially injury-causing hazards more than almost any other season. Studies have shown that winter months, especially during harsh weather years, coincide with a spike in emergency room visits. Learn some of the simple ways you can stay out of the ER this winter.
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Should You Go to the ER or Urgent Care?

You never know when an unexpected emergency or health problem may strike. If your primary care provider’s office isn’t open, do you know where to go? Discover how you can discern whether to go to the emergency room or urgent care.
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