What Can A Healthcare Advocate Do For You?

The healthcare system can be complex to navigate at times. Especially when you are sick, you may benefit from having someone help you navigate that system. This advocate can sometimes be a family member or close friend. But if there is nobody in your life who is up to the task, there are also professional advocates you can hire. Here's a look at some of the more specific ways an advocate can help you and make sure you get the care you need. [Read More]

Why Teens Binge Alcohol And What To Do About It

If your child is a teenager, they are not at the legal age to drink alcohol. Unfortunately, many teenagers choose to drink anyway and might also engage in drinking habits that aren't healthy. One common example of a teenage drinking habit is binge drinking. Binge drinking alcohol can easily lead to a disorder. Understanding Binge Drinking Binge drinking is an activity in which the participant consumes a large quantity of alcohol in a short period of time. [Read More]

Two Common Ailments That Can Be Treated At An Urgent Care

Illnesses and ailments do not always wait for business hours to strike. And, for this reason, you may find yourself in need of medical care at an inopportune time. If this is the case, then you do have the option of visiting urgent care instead of going to the local emergency room. Keep reading to learn about two common ailments that can be treated at urgent care and what might be done for you. [Read More]

When Should Men See A Urologist?

As a man, you've probably heard other men talk about seeing a urologist. This is often seen as an unpleasant but necessary experience. Indeed, seeing a urologist is often important for the diagnosis and treatment of various ailments related to the male urinary tract. While it can be a little uncomfortable at times, it does not have to be wholly unpleasant. So — what are the signs you should see a urologist? [Read More]