Niagara Falls Urgent Care

10/24/2018

Here's When You Should See a Doctor About Your Headaches
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Headaches are just one of those things where you forget how much they hurt and interfere with your life until you get one. Sometimes they eventually go away on their own, like when dehydration or a head cold causes them. But other times, they're prolonged and can be a cause for concern. In these latter instances, it's important to seek professional care to alleviate pain that is interfering with your life or detecting larger issues that could be detrimental to your overall health.

Headaches are a common ailment - so common, perhaps, that many of us just accept them as part of life.

10/23/2018

What Are the Best Foods for Heart Health?
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Keeping your heart healthy should always be a priority, but how often do you take care of your heart? Heart disease is a major cause of American fatalities, yet many people still struggle to achieve heart health. One way to keep your heart healthy is to eat the right foods. These foods include greens like broccoli and asparagus, berries, and nuts. Heart-healthy foods also consist of high levels of antioxidants and omega-3s. It may seem a bit difficult to maintain a heart-healthy diet, but there are easy ways to change up your diet and ensure your health today.

There are many ways to improve cardiac health, and watching what we eat is one of the most important. Here, we provide details of 16 heart-healthy foods.

10/22/2018

Exercise Helps You Stay Healthy: How Often Should You Do It?
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Exercise isn’t always everyone’s favorite activity, but for some people, they can’t get enough. How much exercise you will need depends on many factors such as your age, diet, and fitness goals. Overall, it is recommended that you get around 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity every week along with strength training exercises. This translates to about 30 minutes of exercise a week. If you have questions about how often you should exercise, speak to your doctor.

10/19/2018

Should You Drink 8 Cups of Water Every Day?
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Drinking water is an integral part of your health. While this sounds simple, there are often many questions and sometimes confusion surrounding how much water you should drink each day. You have likely heard that you should drink eight cups of water every day. But, the amount of water you need might not be this exact amount. Your age, level of physical activity, diet, and climate where you live can impact how much water you need to drink every day. Generally, most healthy adults can drink when they are thirsty and stay hydrated that way. You should also consult your doctor if you have questions about staying hydrated or eating healthy.

How much plain water do we really need? Is '8 X 8' a good guideline? Can we drink coffee instead of water? Find out more about how much fluid the body needs every day, where we get this water from, what happens if we do not drink enough water, and how the body adjusts to cope with too much or too li...

10/18/2018

Should You See a Doctor When You Get a Cut?
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Most of us have dealt with a laceration of some sort at one time in our lives. Most of the time, these cuts are small and do not require medical attention. But, if the wound is bleeding severely and the bleeding won’t stop after applying pressure, you should call 911. If the cut is deep, you should go to an urgent care facility to get the laceration treated.



If you’ve suffered from a laceration and need medical care, contact Niagara Falls Urgent Care in Niagara Falls, New York right away. We can help you by providing compassionate care. Give us a call at 716-297-2052. (http://ow.ly/hO3h30lPl8A)

10/17/2018

Should You Go to the Urgent Care When You Have the Flu?
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When you have the flu, there are times where it is necessary to go to the doctor. While you are at home, you should focus on taking care of yourself by resting and drinking enough water and other liquids. If your condition gets worse, you should see a doctor who can prescribe you medication to help with your symptoms.



If you have the flu and need medical care and live in the Niagara Falls, New York area, we can provide high-quality health care services to you. To schedule an appointment or to learn more about our urgent care services, give Niagara Falls Urgent Care a call at 716-297-2052 or book online. (http://ow.ly/yAfM30lPl8y)

10/16/2018

What Should You Do When You Are Dizzy?
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There are many reasons why you could be feeling dizzy. Tips such as avoiding caffeine and drinking enough water can also help prevent dizziness. If it persists, you should see a doctor. If it is accompanied by other symptoms such as a fever, blurry vision, or chest pain, you should contact a doctor right away. It is always best to be more cautious than not; it is always smart to make an appointment with your doctor or at an urgent care facility.

10/15/2018

Getting ready for your first visit can be a bit scary when you're getting a cosmetic procedure done. If you have any questions feel free to give us a call. We at Niagara Falls Urgent Care want to make sure you feel comfortable for your appointment.

10/12/2018

Some Ways to Improve Your Digestive Health
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When your digestive system is not in sync, you can be left feeling uncomfortable and even self-conscious as you move throughout your day. There are many digestive health issues, and they are treated in different ways. If you are suffering from diarrhea, for example, doctors often recommend the BRAT diet which consists of eating bananas, rice, apples, and toast. There are also medications out there that can address your symptoms. If you have questions, you should always talk to a doctor.

10/11/2018

Ways to Help Your Child When They Have a Cold
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It is never fun to see your child suffering from any sickness. When your child has a cold, there are some things you can do at home to help ease their symptoms and make them feel better. While these tips won’t cure their cold, they can make your child more comfortable as the illness runs its course. It is important that they get plenty of rest and stay hydrated as their body is fighting the sickness. For questions about medications or if the symptoms worsen, you should consult your doctor right away.

10/10/2018

Some Tips You Can Follow to Prevent Headaches
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Dealing with chronic headaches can be frustrating and impact your daily life in negative ways. If you are struggling to complete your tasks and go about your life because of headaches, there are some practices you can do to prevent them from occurring. Drinking water and getting enough sleep are two things that have been shown to reduce headaches. Stress can also trigger headaches, so taking time to relax could also help. If your symptoms persist, you should consult a doctor to ensure there is not a bigger problem going on.

10/09/2018

Foods That Help with Nausea
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If you often struggle with feeling nauseous, there are certain foods you can incorporate into your diet that might help with your symptoms. Foods such as ginger have been shown to help with soothing an upset stomach. For mild cases of nausea, eating foods you have around the house can help you feel better. If you are dealing with serious nausea accompanied by throwing up more than once, you should see a doctor or go to an urgent care facility.

Those with nausea seem to tolerate certain foods and drinks better than others. Here are the 14 best foods and drinks for when you’re feeling nauseous.