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Pools and Earaches… Is it Swimmer’s Ear or a Middle Ear Infection

Summer in Arizona means sunshine, pool time, and lots of family fun, but we also see a spike in ear infections at Heavens Urgent Care. Whether your child ...
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The 5 Most Common Summer Injuries We See in Urgent Care (and How to Avoid Them)

We love our summertime adventures in Arizona, but without proper care that outdoor fun comes with some common injuries, especially among kids and teens. This is ...
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What to Pack in a Summer First Aid Kit

Arizona summers are full of sunshine, swimming, family road trips, and outdoor adventures. But let’s be real: scraped knees, bug bites, and the occasional allergic ...
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Can changing seasons make you sick?

Have you ever noticed that you or your family members tend to get sick when the seasons change? You’re not imagining it. Seasonal transitions can ...
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Sport Injuries: Should I Go to the ER or Urgent Care?

In Arizona, outdoor sports and year-round athletics are part of our lifestyle — from hiking and soccer to pickleball and football. With all this activity, ...
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"A Caregiver's Guide to Dementia" Woman caring for elderly father

A Caregiver’s Guide to Dementia

Caring for a loved one with dementia is a mixed bag or joy and frustration. Dementia is a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking, and ...
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Affordable Healthcare: Why People are Turning to Urgent Care

Affordable Healthcare: Why People are Turning to Urgent Care

Medical costs and medical insurance are not coming down anytime soon and that’s adding more stress and uncertainty to our lives. This is where urgent ...
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Fall and Fracture Prevention for Seniors: When to Seek Medical Help

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults, often resulting in fractures, hospitalizations, and long-term mobility issues. About 36 million falls ...
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Fever in Adults: When to Worry

Fevers are a natural part of the body’s defense system, that come about as we fight off infection. While mild fevers in adults are usually ...
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