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Emergency Room vs. Urgent Care

Center for Family Medicine (CFM)

When sudden illness or injury strikes, knowing whether to head to the emergency room or an urgent care clinic can make all the difference—both in terms of your health and your wallet. While both facilities provide immediate medical attention, they serve very different purposes and handle varying levels of injuries and illness.

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Risk of Acute Rhinosinusitis Progression Based on Duration of Symptoms, Method of Care, and Setting of Care [Acute respiratory infections]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: One of the most common primary care illnesses is acute rhinosinusitis (ARS). Patients were recruited from primary care practices, emergency rooms and urgent care centers, and the community (e.g., Guidelines currently suggest treating ARS with antibiotics when persistent symptoms or double sickening occur.

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Pediatric Check-Ups

Center for Family Medicine (CFM)

Once your child is thirty months, or two-and-a-half, parents can reduce the frequency of appointments. Questions to Ask Your Pediatrician Your child’s pediatric appointment is a great time to ask the doctor any questions and address any concerns you may have. What symptoms warrant a trip to the emergency room vs. convenient care?

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How a Family Care Physician Can Save Your Life

Hitchcock Family Medicine

For example, if your family has a history of heart disease, they'll help you learn how to eat a heart-healthy diet to prevent cardiovascular problems. If possible, the same applies to helping prevent conditions like cancer and other illnesses. A family care physician can provide pain relievers and some treatments for injuries.