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At Stopwatch Urgent Care, we’re seeing a noticeable increase in viral illnesses — and it’s not just COVID-19 and the flu. From sore throats and coughs to fevers and fatigue, we’re treating patients with a wide range of symptoms caused by seasonal viruses. If you’re feeling under the weather, don’t wait. Our experienced medical team is here to provide fast, effective care to help you start feeling better — fast. Urgent Care vs. the Emergency Room: Why It MattersFor non-life-threatening symptoms, urgent care is often the better choice. Here’s why:✅ Shorter wait times than the ER✅ Lower out-of-pocket costs✅ Fast testing for flu, COVID-19, strep, and more✅ No appointment needed✅ Compassionate care in a calm, convenient setting Why Choose Stopwatch Urgent Care?✅ Walk-ins welcome — no scheduling required✅ Open 7

As the days get warmer and the grass grows taller, many of us are outside mowing lawns, clearing brush, and spending more time outdoors. But along with the sunshine comes a common seasonal issue—rashes caused by poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and other irritating plants. At Stopwatch Urgent Care, we’re seeing more patients with itchy, painful rashes from outdoor exposure, and we want to help you stay safe (and rash-free!) this season. Know the Plants 🌿 Poison Ivy – Found across much of the U.S., this vine or shrub has shiny leaves in groups of three.🌿 Poison Oak – Usually grows as a bush with rounded, oak-like leaves, also in clusters of three.🌿 Poison Sumac – Typically found in wet, marshy areas with long rows of leaflets on red