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According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, more than 50 million Americans experience some type of allergy each year. An allergic reaction occurs when your immune system overreacts to things in your surroundings that are normally harmless. Most often, symptoms are relatively mild and can be managed with over-the-counter medication. But there are times when the reaction is severe and even life-threatening. It’s important to understand when to seek urgent care for allergies. What causes an allergic reaction? The job of your immune system is to defend your body from harmful foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses ...
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The Omicron variant of Covid-19 now makes up 98% of cases in the U.S.  Omicron spreads faster than previous strains of the virus, resulting in the recent dramatic surge in cases. What are the key facts to know about Omicron and how can you best project yourself and your family? Omicron is very, very contagious At the beginning of December, Omicron accounted for just 1% of Covid cases in the U.S. Just a few weeks later, it made up nearly all cases. Omicron is also proven to infect fully vaccinated people, contributing to the record-breaking spike in infection rates. The ...
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These are questions we are hearing frequently at MedOne Urgent Care St. Augustine, especially now that we have entered the flu season. COVID-19, the common cold, and the flu share many of the same symptoms, making it very difficult to self-diagnose. The only reliable way to determine which illness you have is with a medical evaluation and a COVID-19 test. MedOne Urgent care offers both PCR and Rapid Antigen testing at our clinic with no appointment necessary. What’s the difference Between COVID-19 and the common cold? Both illnesses are caused by viruses. COVID-19 is caused by SARS-CoV-2 and the common ...
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For many of us, 2021 will be the first time we’re celebrating the holidays with family and friends since the onset of the pandemic. That makes this season extra merry and bright. To keep your holidays full of good cheer, make sure you follow some basic safety precautions to keep yourself and your family safe from holiday injury and accidents. Cuts and Lacerations Cuts are common causes for urgent care visits during the holidays, whether from kitchen mishaps or injuries sustained while opening packaging. Try to follow these safety precautions to avoid getting hurt. Keep scissors and tape dispensers out ...
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The 2021-2022 Flu Season – What to Expect October in North Florida brings a drop in humidity and temperature, pumpkin spice everything and, unfortunately, the start of the annual flu season. The flu season typically starts in October and runs through May, with its peak from December through March. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu activity was unusually low in the 2020-2021 season. This can be largely attributed to social distancing and masking measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. What can we expect for the 2021-2022 flu season as COVID continues? The 2021-2022 ...
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