Roughly 70% of Americans are expected to see temperatures in the 90s over the coming week, and close to 20% could face readings above 100 degrees. In many large metro areas — including Minneapolis, Chicago, Nashville, Memphis, Dallas, New Orleans, and Macon — the mercury may climb past 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Because of a […]
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Hiking, biking, and swimming rank among the most popular warm-weather pastimes, and plenty of us are logging more hours outdoors. Yet without the right precautions, those activities can lead to injuries. Each summer, Med Plus Immediate Care treats a rise in injuries that are largely preventable. Dr. Kessler shares a few safety guidelines. As the season wears on, children and young people
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Health officials in the United States are keeping watch on six individuals for potential monkeypox infections. Last week the country confirmed its first two monkeypox cases — one in Massachusetts and one in New York City. As New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett explained, “Reports of suspected cases of monkeypox in the United States and elsewhere are
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that five children have died and 109 have been diagnosed with severe hepatitis in the U.S. Physicians and medical experts are still unsure how this puzzling illness spread around the globe. Researchers are working to identify what is driving this unusual outbreak. A growing number of unexplained hepatitis outbreaks worldwide
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According to Datasembly, close to 40% of familiar baby formula brands are out of stock at stores nationwide. The White House is now racing to address the deepening formula shortage while more and more anxious parents demand answers. Across the country, families are doing whatever they can to keep their
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Welcome to the Med Plus Immediate Care blog! This marks the first of many articles, and we invite you to check back often for insights on urgent care, emergency care, primary care, and much more. For a bit of background, if you haven’t yet visited our
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Our blog covers the health topics that matter most to Georgia families — seasonal safety, illness prevention, and when to seek urgent care. Browse the latest posts for practical guidance from the Med Plus Immediate Care team, and check back often for new updates.
