Topic Urgent Care
Jul 16, 2025
What to Do if You Get Sick While Traveling
Getting sick or injured while traveling can be stressful, but by preparing and knowing your healthcare options, you can handle health issues away from home confidently.
Learn more.
May 21, 2025
Managing Alabama's Toxic Trio of Poisonous Plants
Learn to identify, prevent, and treat Alabama's "toxic trio" of poison ivy, oak, and sumac. From home remedies to knowing when it's time for urgent care, protect…
May 08, 2025
How to Build a Better First Aid Kit
A first aid kit is your first line of defense when injuries or illnesses strike. Learn what items are truly essential for your personal first aid kit in this guide.
Apr 15, 2025
A Complete Guide to Ingrown Toenails
Discover essential information about painful ingrown toenails, from home treatments to when urgent care is needed, plus tips to keep your feet healthy.
Mar 17, 2025
Seasonal Allergies vs. Colds: How to Know the Difference
Sneezing and stuffy? Learn to distinguish between allergies and colds, understand their unique symptoms and treatments, and know when it's time to visit urgent care.
Feb 14, 2025
What to Do When Your Cold Moves to Your Chest
When your cold moves into your chest, it can develop into bronchitis or pneumonia. Learn when to seek urgent care for a chest cold in our guide.
Jan 29, 2025
Beyond Cold and Flu: When Walk-In Care is a Great Choice
Beyond treating colds and flu, urgent care clinics offer comprehensive walk-in care for injuries, vaccines, physicals, medical tests, and mental health support. Learn when to visit.
Dec 17, 2024
Finding Relief from Fungal Infections
Is there a fungus among us? Your itchy, uncomfortable rash might be caused by a fungus. Learn when and where to get urgent care for fungal infections.
Dec 10, 2024
6 Things You Should Know about Steroid Shots
Steroid shots are versatile injections offered within an urgent care setting. Learn six things you might not already know about how steroid shots work.
Nov 12, 2024
Get the Facts About Over-the-Counter Cold Remedies
From nasal sprays to natural remedies, learn about treatment options for cold and upper respiratory symptoms. Get the facts about what works and when to see an urgent care doctor.
Sep 12, 2024
Asthma Basics
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have managed asthma for years, understanding asthma is key to living well. Get the facts on asthma in our guide.
Aug 16, 2024
When a Small Wound Becomes a Big Problem
Even a tiny cut can become a serious health issue when infection is involved. Read more to learn how to keep minor wounds from turning into major problems.
Jul 09, 2024
Quick Solutions for Sports Physicals
Need a last-minute sports physical for your child? Learn how urgent care clinics offer convenient solutions to ensure kids are ready and safe for school sports.
Jun 26, 2024
Summer Safety Tips
It’s summer in Alabama! We’re sharing our tips for safer summer play so that you can stay out of the urgent care clinic and enjoy your time with family and friends.
Jun 04, 2024
6 Myths About Swimmer's Ear Debunked
More time at the lake and pool can mean more swimmer’s ear. Learn the truth about this common condition so an outer ear infection doesn’t derail your summer plans.
May 17, 2024
Everything You Need to Know about X-rays at Urgent Care Clinics
When you have a broken bone, your first instinct may be to rush to the emergency room. But in most cases, an urgent care clinic is a better alternative. Learn more.
Apr 24, 2024
Kidney Stone Basics
Pain is a signal. And if you’re experiencing pain from kidney stones, it’s time to get some help. Check out our guide to managing and navigating this condition.
Apr 08, 2024
Burn Care 101
When it comes to burns, knowing what to do - and what not to do - can make a world of difference in your recovery. Read our guide to burn care to learn more.
Feb 28, 2024
Get the Facts on Mononucleosis
Often known as “the kissing disease,” mononucleosis can impact individuals of all ages - and you don’t have to kiss someone to get it. Learn more in our guide.
Jan 30, 2024
Help for Winter Skin
Suffering from dry, uncomfortable skin this winter? Read our guide to learn how to manage your winter skin - and when you might need a little extra help.
Sep 05, 2023
Common Injections at Urgent Care Clinics
Urgent care isn't just for steroid shots: you may be surprised to learn just how many injections are available at urgent care clinics. Check out our helpful guide.
Aug 08, 2023
Protect Your Skin this Summer: Sunburn Prevention and Treatment
Sunburns aren’t just painful – they can actually be hazardous to your health. Read more to learn some simple ways you can prioritize skin protection this summer.
May 03, 2023
Take Ownership of Your Health with Your Patient Portal
Have you ever used a patient portal? You may be surprised to learn that our patient portal is a valuable tool for urgent care and primary care patients. Learn more.
Nov 04, 2022
Frequently Asked Questions about RSV
Cold and flu season has arrived, and RSV is making headlines. But many adults haven't even heard of RSV. We've got answers to ten questions about this common virus.
Oct 13, 2022
Do You Need Stitches? Here's How You Know.
Wondering if you need to get stitches? Our helpful guide will help you know when to head to urgent care for your wound - whether or not you may need stitches.
Oct 03, 2022
5 Things You Need to Know about Strep
Strep throat is never fun. These five things that everyone should know about strep can help you understand what to do the next time you have a sore throat.
Jul 20, 2022
Your Secret Weapon to Staying Safe in the Heat
It’s summertime in Alabama. And if you haven’t noticed, it’s a bit hot outside. How do you stay safe in the heat? We’ve got a secret weapon for you.
Jun 16, 2022
6 Common Myths About Urgent Care
When you think about urgent care, what comes to mind? Crowded waiting rooms or steroid shots? We're debunking six common myths about urgent care clinics.
Jun 02, 2022
New MedHelp Clinic Opens in Pelham
MedHelp Pelham is in a brand new building. Learn more about the features of our new urgent care clinic in Shelby County.
May 03, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About Pink Eye
Did you know that 3 million Americans get pink eye every year? Fortunately, many cases are treatable. Read more to learn about this common illness.
Apr 18, 2022
So You Think You've Got a Broken Bone. What's Next?
Breaks and sprains are painful enough without having to second-guess where to get the best medical care. Here’s where you should go when you have a sports injury.
Apr 05, 2022
Yes, you CAN go to Urgent Care for That
Think there’s nothing a doctor can do for you? Think again. An urgent care doctor can provide relief & help prevent complications from these three afflictions.
Feb 28, 2022
Four Things to Know about Antibiotics
Got questions about antibiotics? Here’s what you need to know about how and when antibiotics are prescribed by doctors at MedHelp urgent care clinics.
Oct 28, 2021
Three Common Lab Tests at Urgent Care
Urgent care doctors order lab tests to better diagnose an illness when you’re sick. Learn about the 3 most common labs used by doctors at urgent care clinics.
Jun 29, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions about Fevers
Do you know when you need to see an urgent care doctor for a fever? We’re getting back to basics with some frequently asked questions about fevers.
Jun 01, 2021
Summer skin woes (and how your urgent care doctor can help)
Bug bites, sun poisoning, and poison ivy can all take some of the fun out of your summertime. But these can be more than just annoying if they’re left untreated.
Feb 08, 2021
Reasons to Visit Urgent Care
You might be surprised at all of the things your urgent care clinic can treat. Our urgent care clinics are prepared to treat your non-emergency medical issues.
Jan 26, 2021
Urgent Care or ER?
Do you know when you should go to the ER and when you can go to an urgent care clinic instead? We're here to help you find the right care at the right time.