Apr 12, 2019 | Health News & Tips
Dislocating a joint can be a frightening and painful experience; a sudden fall or awkward collision knocks your bone out of place, leaving your joint swollen and immobile. Learn the risk factors and symptoms of a dislocated joint, and why you should get treatment...
Apr 3, 2019 | Practice News
Maine Urgent Care is proud to receive the Urgent Care Association‘s highest level of distinction as an Accredited Urgent Care. It is our goal to provide the best patient experience possible. Earning UCA Accreditation affirms our commitment to quality, safety and...
Mar 17, 2019 | Health News & Tips
As we head into hay fever season, it can be difficult to pinpoint the cause of your congestion– are your sniffles due to seasonal allergies or a sinus infection? The two conditions share similar symptoms, but are not the same thing. Seasonal Allergies Allergies...
Feb 6, 2019 | Health News & Tips
Your toddler is running a fever and acting extra fussy… Do you rush to the emergency room, or simply set an appointment with the pediatrician for next week? How about a trip to the local urgent care center? Determining what level of care your little one needs is often...
Jan 17, 2019 | Health News & Tips
Almost every adult will deal with low back pain at some point in their life. In fact, it’s one of the most common reasons people head to the doctor. While most cases of acute low back pain will go away without intervention, a visit to an urgent care center can help...
Dec 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
Could your tummy trouble be viral gastroenteritis, AKA the “stomach flu”? Viral gastroenteritis, commonly known as the “stomach flu”, is an intestinal infection with some seriously miserable symptoms–think nausea, stomach cramps, and frequent beelines to the...
Nov 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
Does my child have an ear infection? Your toddler is tugging at their ear and acting extra fussy. Could it be an ear infection? Ear infections are one of the most common reasons parents bring their child to the doctor. In fact, five out of six kids will experience at...
Oct 5, 2018 | Health News & Tips
Fall is here, and flu season won’t be far behind. Learn the best flu prevention methods, and when it’s time to see a doctor. Flu is a contagious respiratory illness that can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia and even death. In fact, flu-related illnesses...
Sep 10, 2018 | Health News & Tips
Cuts, scrapes, and minor wounds are a part of life, but lasting scars don’t have to be. Learn how to care for your wounds properly to prevent scars. What Exactly Is A Scar? When skin is injured, our body produces extra collagen in an effort to repair the wound as fast...
