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Understanding Heat Stroke: Symptoms and Essential Solutions

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Among the grave heat-related conditions, heat stroke stands out as a medical emergency demanding swift attention. The doctor is in See a doctor or board certified clinician in under 5 minutes at Doctor On Demand. As the summer sun blazes on, it’s imperative to grasp the potential risks linked with soaring temperatures.

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What is primary care? Part 2

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Some family doctors choose to do a fellowship and are trained more specifically to do more advanced surgical procedures, deliver babies (including C-sections), work on public policy and advocacy, work in an emergency room, and the list goes on. I have kept up my board certification since then.

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When to Go to Urgent Care for a Sore Throat: How Can Urgent Care Help?

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When to go to the ER for a sore throat Go to the emergency room (ER) if your sore throat causes any difficulty swallowing or breathing. This is a medical emergency where you should call 911. Urgent care clinics provide quick diagnoses and treatments, including antibiotics if needed.

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