As the name implies, a first aid kit is your first line of defense against common minor injuries, typically: Burns Cuts and scrapes Sprains and strains Insect bites or stings Splinters And while we hope you never have to deal with a broken bone or heart attack, you’ll also want your first aid kit to […]
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Spring Cleaning Indoor Safety Tips
Spring has sprung, and that can only mean one thing — it’s spring cleaning time! Open up your windows, unclutter that closet, pull out your spray bottles, and give your home a good scrub! But don’t forget to be safe while doing so. In our urgent care clinics, we see accidents, injuries, and falls occurring […]
Sprains vs. Strains
Two of the most common reasons for a visit to the urgent care are sprains and strains. Sprains and strains are often categorized together due to their similarity — they both refer to tearing or overstretching of soft tissue in the body. However, the difference lies in what soft tissue is affected. Soft Tissue in […]
Trampolines: The Backyard Danger
If you have kids, at some point they may beg you to put up a trampoline in the backyard, or play on one at a friend’s or neighbor’s house. While it may seem like innocent childhood fun, trampolines can be dangerous. At In and Out Express Care, we see a number of sprains, fractures, dislocations, […]
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 […]
