Almost everyone experiences heartburn at some point in their life. It’s that uncomfortable burning sensation that persists in the chest as stomach acid flows into the esophagus. If it’s a first time or infrequent occurrence, many of us start to wonder: What if it’s...
California law requires primary care physicians to see patients within 10 business days for non-urgent care. Specialty care physicians must see patients within 15 business days. Urgent care centers have become important in health care as patients have the right to see...
Landing a new job is an amazing feeling, but learning that a pre-employment physical is required isn’t always as exciting. You might not like the idea of being in a waiting room with strangers who are coughing and feverish, especially when you’re about to start...
In 2023, 2.6 million private-industry workers received nonfatal workplace injuries, which was a decline of over 8% from the previous year. It’s still a lot of workers receiving injuries on the job. When you’re injured at work, you need to be seen by a doctor. ERs...
The leaves are out, flowers are blooming, and your child is sick. Spring is a time for renewal, but that doesn’t mean childhood illnesses disappear again until fall and winter return. While “spring fever” is defined as a time when people are restless and want to get...
Ingrown toenails are one of the most common foot problems. It’s so common that about 20% of people who see their doctor with a complaint about their foot are diagnosed with an ingrown toenail. Some cases of ingrown toenails are easily treated at home, but not all...
