Flu Season & RSV is Ramping Up
Flu season is here, which means seasonal illnesses like influenza & Respiratory Syncytial Virus RSV have appeared, sabotaging the joy of winter. Keep reading for more information about the causes, symptoms, and treatment for flu and RSV.
When to be Urgent about the Flu?
Influenza is often called “the flu” and is a virus that can affect millions of people each year. Recent news has reported multiple flu-related deaths. The medical staff at our Omaha or Bellevue Urgent Care locations recommend individuals always take influenza symptoms seriously and consult a medical provider. So when to be URGENT about the […]
Flu Shot 2018: What You Need To Know
The 2017-18 Flu Season Was Record Breaking Last year’s flu season came early, lasted longer than usual, and hit harder than usual. Records for flu-related deaths (approximately 80,000 people) and hospitalizations in the U.S. were set, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Sadly, it was also a record-breaking year for the number of […]
Health Tips For College Freshmen
Each year, thousands of students across the U.S. leave home and move into college dormitories or apartments. For many of these students, the adjustment to this independence and being away from home for the first time can bring some challenges. For many college freshmen, moving away to school may mean taking responsibility for their health […]
NOT Too Late to Get Flu Shot
Remember how terrible the 2009 swine flu season was? The number of flu cases this season has been comparable, and United States public health officials are convinced it is not over yet. If media coverage of this year’s particularly severe flu season has you worried about catching the virus, one major step you can take […]
Influenza Outbreaks Are Increasing
New numbers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveal what so many have suspected: This is the worst flu season in nearly a decade. This year’s influenza outbreak is more intense than ever since the 2009 swine flu pandemic and is still worsening. The CDC estimates there have been at least 24 million […]
Man Flu Does Exist
If you’re a woman, you know all about “man flu.” At the first sniffle or two, your guy starts to look downcast and lethargic. You know from experience, that he’s soon going to be sacked out on the couch for the next week or two, hoping you’ll be there waiting on him as if he’s […]
Ways to Prepare for Cold and Flu
There’s no doubt about it. Cold and flu season is a sure thing and it’s on the rise this year. Cold and flu season may bring body aches and fever, but there are precautions you can take to keep illness at bay.
Flu Shot Cost
Flu shot cost at our clinics is $30. Be sure to check your insurance policy, however, to see if flu shots are covered. If so, you pay nothing. You must have your insurance card for us to file for payment. If you want to save money, getting a flu shot is the smart strategy. Consider […]
Knowing the Difference Between Cold and Influenza Symptoms
The common cold and influenza are both respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. A person has around a 20% chance of getting influenza but is likely to contract a cold 2-3 times in an average year. Because cold and flu illnesses have similar symptoms, it is crucial to understand what makes them different.