Preventing the Spread of the Flu
It's flu season in Nebraska. Are you experiencing high fevers, cough, body aches, headache, runny nose or a sore throat?...
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It's flu season in Nebraska. Are you experiencing high fevers, cough, body aches, headache, runny nose or a sore throat?...
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With any sport (as well as any physical activity) comes the risk of concussions. A concussion is caused by an...
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Autumn is known for cooler weather, falling leaves, and football Saturdays, among others. It is also the beginning of flu...
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Halloween is a little over a month away, but stores have already begun selling decorations, candy, and costumes. Your child may want to dress as their favorite character, but...
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With fall sports starting, a common injury seen by athletes is ankle sprains. This occurs when your ankle moves too...
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A condition which has been rarely seen in the past, Mumps, has made a comeback partially due to poor vaccination...
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The United States has recently seen an increase in hepatitis A infection. Hepatitis is a viral infection that is only...
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School will be starting back up soon and with it comes more opportunities for your little one to get sick....
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With warmer weather during the summer, Heatstroke is something to always be aware of. Heatstroke occurs when your body temperature...
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Feeling crummy? Nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, body aches, sneezing, coughing and have a headache? Despite being the middle...
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Summer is fast approaching, and all the little critters are about to come out of winter hiding. They are at...
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School is out for the summer which means kids’ camps are right around the corner. Before you send your little...
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“Pink eye” Is a general term used for when your eye gets red, called conjunctivitis. Inflammation occurs in the blood...
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The school bus comes to a stop as it does every school day. The doors open and you see your...
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Do you suffer from headaches? Unfortunately, headaches are something that many people experience from time to time. At times they...
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Lately, the spread of measles has been in the news as more and more confirmed cases emerge. The CDC reports...
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Colds and allergies share some of the same symptoms, so how can you tell which one you or your child...
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During the winter months, as children engage in indoor sports and play, you might notice the spread of rashes and...
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The one thing you can always count on when living in Nebraska is unpredictable weather. In the winter, that means...
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Your child isn’t feeling well and while it may seem like a run-of-the-mill cold, it could be something much worse...
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The holidays are upon us and, with that, traveling and being in close quarters is a common occurrence. Below is...
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Sinusitis, or “sinus infections”, are a common illness seen during the colder months of the year. The term sinus refers...
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Note: This article is meant to provide general information on the difference between emergency rooms and urgent care. It is...
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Have you ever heard of the “kissing disease?” If so, then you have heard of infectious mononucleosis, or mono as...
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You turn and look at the clock on the nightstand. It’s 3 am. You’re trying to sleep, but your constant...
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I feel like I am swallowing razor blades. While there can be many causes of a sore throat, one of...
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With the flu season upon us, it’s helpful to look at some of the misconceptions surrounding the influenza virus. Confusion...
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With irritated cries, your child wakes you up in the middle of the night. You try to comfort them, but...
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While most people are acquainted with the childhood disease known as chickenpox, there are fewer people who are familiar with...
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Fall is almost in full swing, and along with the friends your kids are bringing home after school, some more...
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Is that a seal in your house, or is it just your child coughing from the other room? If you’re...
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Editor's Note: This edition of the Hometown Health Alert originally was published in May of 2018. We are resharing it...
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In these long days of summer, it’s easy to find yourself craving an adventure outdoors. Whether for work or play,...
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No better time to be active than during the summer. However, that increased activity can lead to injuries both big...
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As the warmer weather in Nebraska finally arrives, so does the annual re-emergence of a common summer-time pest; the mosquito....
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As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, swimming becomes a favorite pastime in many American households. While...
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It sure feels good to soak up the sun’s rays at the pool while you’re working on that summer tan. ...
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Summer is fast approaching which means camping and hiking will be in full swing very soon. People aren’t the only...
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Tis the season to be snotty, itchy and sneezy. Spring is in the air, literally. This time of year as...
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Upper respiratory infections (URI) are the most common reason for urgent care visits and a big reason most of us...
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Winter is upon us and here at Twin Rivers Urgent Care we have been seeing a surge of RSV. Between...
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Influenza season is here, as we have had confirmed positive cases at our clinics. Influenza is an upper respiratory virus that...
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Recently, the American Heart Association revised the guidelines on high blood pressure. This is no surprise when only about half...
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The cooler weather has arrived in Central Nebraska. For many it marks the beginning of greater things; beautiful fall colors,...
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While current U.S. flu activity is low overall, localized influenza outbreaks have been reported and activity is expected to increase...
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As summer ends and we slide into fall, those dreaded allergies start to appear again for up to 30% of...
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School sports are a great way for kids to keep fit and to develop teamwork skills that will serve them...
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There’s more to “back to school” than supplies and new school clothes. Here are eight ways you can help your...
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When you think of summer, outdoors, and skin; most people think about a great summer tan. Well this time of...
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As much as we’d love to see you any time of year, a trip to immediate care can really put...
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