Patient Care Now Urgent Care Blog

Medical emergencies do not follow a schedule. They can occur anytime, without warning— late at night, on weekends, and on holidays.

If you’re feeling sick or are injured, an urgent care center is the best place to go. While it’s not the place for life-threatening emergencies, it’s a great way to receive quick care for less serious illnesses and medical issues, such as sprains, strains, flu, and allergies, among others.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching effects, particularly on the mental health and overall well-being of millions of people around the world.

Have you ever needed to see a doctor and just didn’t know where to go? Not everyone has a doctor that they know, and even if they do, it’s not always easy to get in to see them right away.

You are slicing a tomato when the knife slips, and you cut your finger. Or maybe you tripped and fell, and now your knee is swollen and hurts. Or, perhaps you have a fever and sore throat, and are wondering if you have the flu. Should you try (and probably wait) to see your primary care doctor, or should you go to an urgent care center?