How To Tell If You Have A Concussion
A concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury, is an injury to the brain. It results from a sudden hit or a blow to the head. Concussions can also occur when…
What To Do If You Fall: Urgent Care For Falls
Whether you're at home or somewhere else, a sudden fall can be startling and upsetting. Falls are the most common cause of injury among those aged 65 and over. 50%…
5 First Aid Tips For A Suspected Fracture
Whether you are playing a sport or rock climbing, if someone around you has an injury that you suspect might be a fracture, it is important to act promptly. Fractures…
Do I Need Stitches? Find Out How To Tell
What is a laceration? Lacerations are cuts on the skin. A sharp object, such as a glass or razer produces incisions. Lacerations are blunter and irregular. Not all lacerations need…
What is excessive alcohol use? 7 strategies to help you cut back or stop drinking!
Drinking too much alcohol increases your risk of injuries, violence, drowning, liver disease and some types of cancer. therefore, this April during Alcohol Awareness Month, Statcare Urgent Medical Care encourages…