The Health Ministry of Mexico shared that the country had seen a recent spike in the H1N1 virus, commonly known as Swine flu, during the recent flu season. Government records show that nearly 68 people have died due to complications from the disease so far. This has caused some concern in neighboring countries like the […]

We are often faced with minor illnesses such as flu, allergy, or a headache and prefer to visit Urgent Care Walk-in Clinic. Sometimes we ignore them and take over-the-counter medication to relieve ourselves instead of visiting a doctor. However, there are many health symptoms that might look unimportant or minor, but they are not as […]

Today, traveling is ongoing! Think of it this way, it used to be that when we planned a trip, it was a summer vacation with the family or a holiday trip. Nowadays, for me – taking a trip is going for a few hours. Those that know me, know I have a food intolerance to […]

Stress is a fact of daily life, but for many of us in our global society, it is a chronic state. According to an executive in the automotive industry from Detroit, in order to remain competitive with other countries, we spend long hours working with very little downtime. Not only that, there are cultural clashes […]

Your throat aches and the simple act of swallowing is suddenly painful. Is this a mild sore throat that will go away on its own, or a strep infection that needs antibiotics? Learn when it’s time to see a doctor for sore throat symptoms. There are many causes for a sore throat. Your pain could […]

Experiencing coughing and chest discomfort? Could it be bronchitis? Or is it pneumonia? While the two illnesses share similar symptoms, they require different treatment plans, and a correct diagnosis is key to helping you start feeling better. Learn how to tell the difference between the two conditions. Acute Bronchitis Acute bronchitis is generally viral in […]

Runny nose, sore throat, and cough are common signs of an upper respiratory infection (URI). While most URIs are viral, some may require antibiotics. At UrgentWay Medical Centers in NYC, patients can walk in any day for prompt, affordable care, including, lab testing, and treatment to help you recover quickly.

If you suffer from seasonal allergic rhinitis (AKA hay fever), then you know the symptoms are downright miserable. The constant sneezing, runny nose, and itchiness make it difficult to deal with even the most simple daily tasks. This spring, learn the best way to stop your seasonal allergies before they start.   Understanding Hay Fever […]

New York battles the flu season every year with hundreds of thousands of people falling sick to the seasonal ailment. One of the best ways to avoid the flu is to learn about how the disease is spread and how to prevent getting infected. This requires knowing all the key facts about influenza and acting […]

Being a professional truck or bus driver, you might have heard of DOT physical. If you are new and want to obtain a valid CDL, a DOT physical is mandatory. It is mandatory by Federal Law that makes you eligible for driving commercial vehicles. The purpose is to ensure that CMV drivers can handle the […]

When it comes to the examination, everyone feels nervous and you might be one of them. Just like you have to pass the exam in order to get qualified in a particular subject or class, the same goes for when you have to drive a commercial vehicle.   It may seem daunting and confusing when […]

The year is just about to end and health-conscious people are just setting up their fitness goals. Even if they have missed some of the goals in the current year, they might set goals that are harder to achieve.   You might have someone in the family who is health conscious and you are thinking […]