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Virtual Visits: Spectacular Patient-centered Telemedicine In today's world, technology plays a big part in our lives. HealthCARE Express recognizes this and is now offering Virtual Visit telemedicine services! A Virtual Visit lets you receive medical care from the comfort of your own home. You'll still get the spectacular, patient-centered urgent care you've come to expect from HealthCARE Expr...

As a parent, one of the most challenging decisions you may face is whether to send your child to school or keep them at home when they are feeling unwell. Striking the right balance between ensuring their education and safeguarding their health can be difficult. To help you make informed choices, we have put together this guide outlining when children can be at school and when they should stay ...

As temperatures soar in the scorching summer months, residents of Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas face the challenge of dealing with intense heat and its potential impact on their health. For Healthcare Express urgent care, ensuring the well-being of the community during extreme heat is a top priority. In this blog, we'll explore essential healthcare topics related to the current heat ...

As summer approaches, many children are gearing up for sports camp and other outdoor activities. While these activities can be a great way for kids to stay active and have fun, they can also pose risks to their health and safety. That's why it's important to make sure your child is in good health before they hit the field with a sports physical from Healthcare Express Urgent Care. Why are Spor...

If you're someone who suffers from allergies or sinus problems, you may have heard about neti potting - a form of nasal irrigation that involves using a small pot to flush out your nasal passages with a saline solution. While neti potting can be a great way to relieve congestion and clear your sinuses, many people still have questions about how it works, and whether or not it's safe. At Health...

Do you often experience a runny nose, congestion, and pressure in your forehead or cheeks? If so, you may have a sinus infection. Sinus infections, also known as sinusitis, are a common condition that can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, viruses, bacteria, and even structural abnormalities in the nose. At Healthcare Express Urgent Care, our team of experienced medical pr...

Are you experiencing a feeling of fullness or discomfort in your ear? Does your hearing feel muffled or diminished? If so, you may be suffering from excess ear wax, a common condition that affects millions of people every year. Fortunately, ear wax removal is a simple and painless procedure that can be performed quickly and easily at Healthcare Express Urgent Care. What is Ear Wax? Ear wax, a...

In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared February American Heart Month. Each year, February is a time to bring awareness and share how to take the proper steps to prevent heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is one of the leading causes of death for both men and women in the U.S. However, there are a few things we can do to prevent heart disease, like e...

Eat a pear a day to keep the doctor away…. Kind of.  Although pears don’t have the same nutritional value as apples, studies show that eating pears regularly can do wonders for your health. Need a health energy booster before a workout? Eat a pear. Want to lose weight? Eat a pear. Having digestive problems? Eat ~two pears~. Because people tend to reach for apples more than pears, the health and...

What do you think of when you think of fall? Pumpkin patches, cozy sweaters, and apple cider may come to mind, but the most iconic, most tell-tale symbol of fall is the leaves. What was once green turns red, orange, yellow or brown and falls to the ground. This process is no doubt beautiful, but it can pose some serious danger to you and your family. So, without further ado, let’s check out som...