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Can You Get STD Testing at Urgent Care?

You can and should get STD tested at walk-in medical care clinics like Stopwatch Urgent Care. The truth is, no matter how many partners you have, regular STD testing is essential. Even if you feel fine, you’re able to test for no-symptom STIs and check for other health issues like infertility and certain cancers. For such a personal matter, walk-in medical care clinics can offer the privacy and convenience you’re looking for. Let’s go through their advantages, processes and payment options. STD Testing at Urgent Care Centers Urgent care centers can make the STD screening process seamless and safe in these key ways. Keeping Your Health Private Urgent Care centers must follow the same confidentiality policies—around your health records and communication about your condition—that other practices do. This ensures your results

Michelle McCaffity Joins Urgent Care Leadership Team

McCaffity Brings Decades of Urgent Care Experience to Enhance Operations and Patient Care Rock Oak Capital Group, the parent company of Stopwatch Urgent Care (NC), Stopwatch Urgent Care (SC), and Zip Clinic (MO), is pleased to announce that industry veteran Michelle McCaffity has joined their urgent care leadership team. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare management, customer service, occupational health, and team development, McCaffity brings a wealth of expertise to her new role as Operations Specialist at the urgent care group’s rapidly expanding North Carolina brand, Stopwatch Urgent Care. Having previously worked at NextCare Holdings, a parent company operating over 170 urgent care locations across 12 states and 3 brands, McCaffity began her career as a Patient Service Specialist. During her 21-year tenure with the organization, she held

How to Treat a Bee Sting at Home vs. When to Seek Care

With the official start of summer just around the corner, everyone is looking forward to outdoor activities. In fact, many people are already starting to enjoy trips to the beach, hikes along the trail, and outdoor gatherings with friends. While enjoying those activities, you might start to notice a faint buzzing in the air. Dashing from flower to flower, bees are busy pollinating the world around us. Although bees are essential—and typically don’t cause problems—there is always a chance of being stung. If you accidentally come across a hidden beehive or swat at the wrong insect, you can find yourself with a painful sting. Fortunately, most bee stings can be treated at home. This article covers a few of the many ways how to treat a bee sting as well

How to Battle Seasonal Allergies This Spring

As trees blossom and flowers bloom, people start to notice that their eyes are itchy, and their nose is running. The symptoms associated with springtime allergies can make going about your daily life miserable. Fortunately, there are some ways to battle your seasonal allergies. What Causes Seasonal Allergies? Those who have suffered from seasonal allergies for years likely already know their “triggers.” Also known as hay fever, seasonal allergies are the body’s reaction to harmless substances which it mistakes for dangerous invaders. In the spring, pollen from blooming trees, flowers, and plants is the most likely culprit. Approximately 30% of adults and 40% of children in the United States suffer from seasonal allergies. Allergy season is nearly in full swing. Although that means there are plenty of beautiful plants and

Check Your Blood Pressure!

What is blood pressure and why should I be worried about it? If we think of the heart as a pump whose primary job is to pump blood to your organs through blood vessels, blood pressure is simply the pressure in the blood vessels. Blood pressure is read as two numbers (for example 120/80) and a common question we are asked is “which is more important?” Both numbers are important, and in a simple sense the first (top) number represents pressure during the pumping of the heart and the second number represents the pressure in the blood vessels when the heart relaxes (in between pumps). High blood pressure, or hypertension, is sometimes called a “silent killer” because it usually has no warning signs or symptoms but can lead to life-threatening

Tips to Staying Healthy this Summer in the Heat

TIP 1: Avoid the Heat Stay out of the heat and keep indoors as much as possible during the hottest parts of the day. Spend time in an air-conditioned space. Only two hours a day in an air-conditioned space can significantly reduce the risk of heat-related illness. If air conditioning is not available, stay on the lowest floor out of the sunshine. TIP 2: Dress for the Heat Wear loose-fitting clothes that cover as much skin as possible. Lightweight, light-colored clothing that reflects heat and sunlight and helps maintain normal body temperature. Protect your face and head by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Avoid too much sunshine. Sunburn slows the skin’s ability to cool itself. Use a sunscreen lotion with a high SPF (sun protection factor) rating. TIP 3:

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