Update 3/26/20: Since the initial publishing of this article, the situation has changed quite a bit. COVID-19 has been declared a global pandemic by WHO. Please review the CDC’s guidelines for the most up-to-date information. It’s all over the news and dominating international headlines. But how much should you worry about contracting COVID-19, the newest […]
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Sugar and Your Immune System
We all know too much sugar is bad for us. Sugar promotes obesity, diabetes, heart disease, tooth decay, skin aging, and a host of other ailments. It increases the risk of depression, rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney failure, just to name a few. And, concerning especially during cold and flu season, eating sugar suppresses the immune […]
Top 9 Reasons for an Urgent Care Visit
At In and Out Express Care, we treat patients daily for a vast array of injury or illness. There are some we see more frequently than others. Here’s our rundown of the top nine reasons for urgent care visits. 1. Cold and flu The top reason for urgent care visits is upper respiratory infections, which […]
The Best Thing to Do In Flu Season
Flu season has officially hit Virginia. We’re not seeing a lot of cases yet but we expect them to be on the rise. It’s not too late to get a flu shot! The best line of defense is to wash your hands every chance you get! The second best thing is, once you begin experiencing symptoms, […]
