More articles about: Urgent Care
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RSV shot protects infants during peak season: What parents should know
For the first time, families will have a long acting option to protect infants and high risk toddlers from a common respiratory virus that sends tens of thousands of children to the hospital every year.
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Examining sexual health equity in emergency care
Research from experts at Michigan Medicine is highlighting the potential for additional at-home assistance for partners of those who are treated in the emergency department for a sexually transmitted infection.
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Common CPR questions answered by doctors
A cardiologist and emergency physician from the University of Michigan Health answer key questions about CPR.
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When chest pain isn’t a heart attack
For chest pain, a cardiologist from University of Michigan Health discusses other potential causes of the symptom.
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New clinic transforms lives for patients with liver ailments
The establishment of a clinic specific for patients with limited liver functionality improves wait time for patients and alleviates the emergency department.
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RSV: What parents should know
How you can prevent infection and look for more serious symptoms of RSV.
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6 ways families of kids with special needs can prepare for emergencies
Regional hospitals offer communities tools to improve disaster preparation for children, particularly those with health needs and disabilities.
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Former army medic turned emergency physician offers training, care during Ukraine war
He’s trained hundreds of health care workers on providing trauma care.
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Protecting children from firework-related injuries, burns
Practicing fireworks safety with kids is not universal, according to a new poll from C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. An expert offers fireworks safety tips for Fourth of July celebrations.
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Safety isn’t always top of mind for parents when choosing summer camps
Less than half of families rate general safety policies essential to camp decisions, with 1 in 10 rating COVID precautions as a critical factor.
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Living better with severe asthma and allergy
Two physicians and a patient discuss how to improve control of asthma and allergy symptoms—and how to advocate for treatment.
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Firearms now the top cause of death among children, adolescents
A data analysis shows firearm-related deaths among children and adolescents increased by 29% from 2019 to 2020.
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What causes nosebleeds in children?
The top causes for a bloody nose and simple ways parents can control them.
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What is croup?
Is it contagious? When should parents worry? What to know before heading to the E.R or doctor.
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Parents may overlook injury risks of sledding and winter sports
Injuries from winter activities aren’t uncommon, yet many parents don’t consistently make kids wear helmets or discuss safety ahead of time.