
Why Spring Allergies Last Well Into Summer
We often hear about spring allergies and fall allergies, but summer allergies are rarely mentioned….
We often hear about spring allergies and fall allergies, but summer allergies are rarely mentioned….
It’s no surprise that kids love the summer – it’s warm, they can play outside,…
Summer is a great time for kids to get out and get active. One of…
Every June, we celebrate Men’s Health Month by encouraging the men in our lives to…
Summertime is full of pool days, beach days, and picnics. Nothing is better than spending…
Did you know May is Better Sleep Month? Getting enough sleep each night is vital…
We all know that drinking water is essential but do you know why? Do you…
Every May is Blood Pressure Awareness Month. Sponsored by the CDC, National High Blood Pressure…
Nearly one in five American adults struggle with mental illness – whether that’s anxiety, depression,…
Arthritis simply means inflammation or swelling of one or more joints. While the image most…
Every April, several organizations in America come together to raise awareness for autism, discuss the…
Spring has sprung, and it’s time to enjoy the 70-degree weather and get started on…
Laughter is the best medicine. We all know this. As April is Stress Awareness Month,…
As we enter the spring and summer months, we begin to spend more time outdoors….
Earth Day started in 1970 because of Senator Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin, who…
Many celebrate as the weather warms up and we can finally spend more time outside….
Vaccines are a hot topic in the world today. While many people currently associate the…
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is observed in March and was built to raise awareness of…
Spring has finally arrived! Start the new season off right, freshening up your home by…
The Roman Catholic feast day of St. Patrick, patron saint of Ireland is celebrated each…
During this season, roads can be hazardous due to the colder temperatures. Snow and ice…
Since 1976, American presidents have designated February as National Black History Month. While nowadays there…
February is known as American Heart Month, when we raise awareness about the importance of…
Random Acts of Kindness week is celebrated from February 13-19th, and Random Act of Kindness…
Once your kids are over the cold, they will need activities to keep them busy…
Following the holiday season, everybody wants to get back on track and take better care…
The new year is here and so are your resolutions. You’re eating healthier, working out,…
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in your neck. This gland has a…
The harsh, cold weather is not ideal for the health of your skin. Cold air…
When you’re sick, need a pick-me-up, or even want to help your body detox, there’s…
During the holiday season, particularly in December, you will eat a lot of great food….
As 2022 approaches, many of us begin thinking about new goals we want to work…
As an urgent care company, we know the best ways to keep feeling like yourself,…
Christmas is the busiest time of the year, from shopping to cooking to sending out…
The holidays can be a busy, stressful time for families. Many people host gatherings, organize…
The weather is cooling down around here, which means it’s the start of cold and…
Thanksgiving is almost here, which means it’s time for fun, laughter, and new memories to…
The holidays are stressful for many people – they worry about extra money, the days…
As the holidays approach, many people will begin to travel more to visit loved ones….
November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects more than…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, a time to pay special attention to one of…
Fall is finally here! The weather has cooled down, the holidays are almost here, and…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) has been observed each October since 1981. This month serves…
Trick-or-treating is an exciting and fun activity for children on Halloween night. Kids get to…
Take a break from screens and electronics and get active this fall. There are plenty…
It’s no surprise that most people steered off track of their healthy habits during the…
Suicidal thoughts and other mental health conditions affect people across the globe regardless of age,…
September is Self-Improvement Month, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on all aspects of…
Mindful meditation is a type of mental training everyone should be practicing each day. Many…
September is a beautiful time of year, mainly because Fall starts on September 22nd, 2021….
This summer was a bit different than years past, as many people and families started…
Did you know August 21st is National Honeybee Awareness Day? This day is crucial because…
Whether working from home or back in the office, it’s always good to practice wellness…
Vaccines play a crucial role in preventing life-threatening diseases. August is National Immunization Awareness Month…
As summer ends and schools begin to welcome back students, the break from homework and…
Summer is such a fun time of the year, from planning your next vacation to…
Parents – It’s finally summer which means kids are out of school and ready to…
Summer is full of pool days, popsicles, and sandy feet. Unfortunately, summer is also full…
As more and more people are getting vaccinated, the world is slowly opening back up…
After months spent indoors due to the colder season and quarantine, the summer months are…
Sunday, June 20th is a special day where we will celebrate our fathers and all…
“Schools out for Summer!” in a child’s mind is the best time of the year,…
Summer is right around the corner, which means everyone wants to be outside soaking up…
Water is one of the most essential nutrients for your body and plays a vital…
International Men’s Health Week is recognized as the week leading up to, and including, Father’s…
Being outdoors has so many unexpected, surprising benefits for your mind and body! Surrounding yourself…
Did you know that by regularly managing your blood pressure you can significantly lower your…
This May is National Teen Self Esteem Month, a time where we raise awareness about…
Memorial Day is a day of remembrance in which we honor, support, and remember those…
With the summer months approaching, we can begin to look forward to sunny days spent…
Every year on April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day as a way to commemorate the…
It is no question that allergy season is currently in full swing! Common symptoms for…
Every April is recognized as Stress Awareness Month, a time where we raise awareness about…
Springtime brings warmer weather, which means more time in the sun! Excess sun without proper…
The weather is getting warmer which means that summer is right around the corner. For…
Sleep deprivation, or not getting the proper amount of sleep, can take a toll on…
March is National Nutrition Month for the United States! Putting a focus on nutritional foods…
The sunny days are back, the flowers are blooming, and birds are singing. You know…
People who deal with allergies know that Spring can be a difficult time to be…
Working from home has been our new normal for most of us for a year…
Keeping your immune system healthy is key to preventing and fighting infection and disease! Though…
February is American heart month! Sadly, 1 in 4 deaths is due to heart disease,…
Tracking your steps and sleep has been a huge focus of health management over the last several…
February is American Heart Month – a time where experts remind us to pay attention…
Here at First Care, we’re doing everything that we can to make sure that our…
A new year often signifies a fresh start for many people, and what better way…
Every January since 1970, the American Red Cross has recognized National Blood Donor Month in…
In previous years, you may have not given a cough or a runny nose a…
The COVID-19 and flu viruses share several characteristics, which can often make it difficult to…
With the holiday season in full swing now, we can expect to see an increase…
Please take a deep breath because it is Respiratory Care Week. This week is a…
World Mental Health Day is on October 10th, and at First Care Clinics, we prioritize…
Eczema is a skin disease that stems from inflammation of the skin. Also known as…
Every year on September 10, global citizens observe World Suicide Prevention Day. This growing problem…
With the school year kicking off, it only makes sense that National Immunization Awareness Month…
This year, with the ongoing coronavirus, many parents ask themselves what to expect from this…
World Hepatitis Day is a public health holiday each year to raise awareness about Hepatitis….
The coronavirus pandemic has reached a record amount of cases in the United States, and…
Now that it is June, society in America has changed drastically since the coronavirus pandemic…
National Men’s Health Month is every June, falling in the same month as Father’s Day….
“The Silent Killer.” Did you know that this is the nickname for high blood pressure?…
National Nurses Week is May 6th through May 12th this year, and we can’t think…
Telemedicine has been around for a while, but it’s not been widely used or available…
The month of April has been deemed National Move More Month, and what better month…
There is some discrepancy in the services that urgent care clinics offer, in general. The…
National Nutrition Month is celebrated in the month of March in the United States. Being…
By this point, we have suffered enough winter weather that we are noticing changes in…
February is American Heart Month! Heart disease is astoundingly the leading cause of death in…
Getting sick any time during the year is never a great feeling, but feeling under…
Getting a head start and creating new, healthy habits at the beginning of the year…
Flu season has arrived. It is very important to get your flu shot as soon…
Did you know that National Handwashing Awareness Week is the first week of December? As…
Weight-bearing exercise is any form of activity that requires you to press against the force…
Most parents experience a morning that leaves them stumped when their child wakes up and…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in America, also known as BCAM. This month is…
Do you ever wonder why you’re still experiencing allergy symptoms when spring and summer have…
It’s that time of year again! With kids back in school, it’s the perfect time…
Any new college student can tell you about the hours spent making packing lists or…
Each year, thousands of children and teenagers flock to clinics and doctor’s offices to receive…
Getting a good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your body’s health, both physically and…
There’s no better way to celebrate the end of summer than by soaking up some…
As far as home first aid goes, there are a few essential items that every…
It could be a stuffy nose that won’t stop running or sinus pressure that makes…
Summer is here and that means it’s time to relax and unwind! While you may…
When the average person thinks “healthy lifestyle,” the image of a veggie-eating, protein-packing gym buff…
Urgent care at First Care Clinics goes beyond treating common illnesses and injuries. Our occupational…
Just when we get over our winter coughs and colds, spring allergies are waiting around…
We want your visit to First Care Clinics to be as quick and convenient as…
Just like a healthy diet and exercise, a good night’s sleep is an essential part…
Deciding if you should call in sick to work is always a tricky decision. First…
Urgent care is a compelling and convenient alternative for millions of patients with urgent, but…
The hectic schedule of a college student can make it difficult to make healthy choices…
New Year’s resolutions often surround health and fitness goals for the new year. One easy…
It can be a real challenge to stay healthy during peak flu season, but with…
Flu season always seems to come back around way too soon, making it easy to…
As the holidays approach, there are many things that must be prepared… the food, your…
“You are what you eat.” That’s how the saying goes, right? Well, your body is…
When a new season approaches, it usually includes a change in the weather, and those…
Waking up with an itchy or irritated throat is no doubt a frustrating feeling. It…
While parents prepare to send their children back to school, this month serves as a…
With 75 million adults in the U.S. currently diagnosed, high blood pressure (HBP) is quite…
Head injuries are scary and not something to be taken lightly. Even something that might…
We are relentless about transforming the delivery of healthcare through outstanding customer service, convenience, and…
With the weather warming up, we will all be spending more time outdoors. With the…
Chest pain can come in a variety of forms: sharp, dull, burning, concentrated, or widespread. Chest…