March 2017 - On Call Medical Clinic

Spring Fever

spring fever

It’s getting warmer outside, there’s a change in the air, and chances are you’re showing at least one of these spring fever symptoms. We swear we’ve caught it like it’s a cold, we joke about it, and we get excited when the first outdoor bar opens since winter’s leave. But did you know that there is biological proof that such physical symptoms do exist?

No, you won’t have an actual fever. You won’t be bed-ridden, and the itching you feel is probably just related to your allergies’ negative response to the rise in pollen count. But according to some sources, human beings experience a real energy surge in spring due to an increase in sunlight. Apparently, the change in daylight triggers a change in the amounts of hormones our brains produce, including an altered amount of melatonin, which is a hormone that influences sleep cycles as well as mood changes.

In other words: there’s a scientific reason why you’re feeling mega energized right now, so don’t let anyone tell you it’s all in your head. Got that? Great. Here are the telltale signs you’ve got a bad case of spring fever.

The sudden urge to jog
You have started eating lighter
You can’t stop smiling
Cleaning your Home is something you are looking forward to doing
Getting Outside is a Topic Everyday

Well we all know spring fever is not a disease, but Spring like every season brings on new illnesses that occur with the change in temperature and our inability to adjust appropriately.

We at On Call Medical are here 7 days a week when a spring cold pops up and stops you from enjoy the great spring weather. Our trained professional staff can quickly diagnose your situation. We have our own laboratory so that we can quickly obtain results of tests we run. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to view all the services we offer.

Fighting Springs Colds

sping colds

Fighting Spring Colds

We at On Call Medical Clinic know that Spring like Winter can bring on colds and the flu. As the winter starts to fade, our immune systems might be a bit weaker, leaving us susceptible to one last cold before the change of seasons. We would like to give you some good food choices that help you fight colds and the flu.

Yogurt

Trillions of bacteria work to create a healthy balance in our digestive and immune systems. Yogurt and kefir products help fight off bad bacteria types while feeding good bacteria.

Blueberries

The USDA Agriculture Research Service and Cornell University have found that blueberries are the most powerful antioxidants out of all commonly eaten fresh fruit. This is due to their high amount of vitamin C and anthocyanins.

Seeds and nuts

Seeds and nuts offer antibacterial or antioxidant power to fight colds. Use anise seeds as a tea up to three times a day to ease coughing or congestion. Pumpkin seeds, high in vitamin E and zinc, can reduce the time you’re sick with a cold. Antioxidants in sunflower seeds reduce phlegm, and protect cell walls from damage that can open them to infection. Lastly, only a few brazil nuts a day have enough selenium and cytokine proteins to battle bad bacteria.

Garlic

Garlic contains an antimicrobial ingredient allicin, which helps fight against bad bacteria like yeast, rids the body of toxins, and promotes healthy gut flora. Studies have shown that garlic can not only help you recover from colds, but also ward them off.

Fish

Coming out of spring, your body is naturally low in vitamin D which is a key cold fighter. Wild salmon, tuna, or sardines are high in Vitamin D, and pair well with citrus and a yogurt dressing – also beneficial for colds. These are likewise rich in zinc and omega 3s which reduce inflammation.

Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene, that later turns into vitamin A, and is found in other bright orange veggies, such as carrots. This boosts T-cell function, which blocks or destroys harmful cold-causing bacteria. Vitamin A also strengthens mucosal surfaces such as your eyes, skin, nose and digestive system – all key targets for pesky colds.

Red Peppers

Red peppers are similar to citrus fruits in that they are extremely high in vitamin C. One pepper has about 150 mg of the vitamin. While that’s twice the daily recommended amount for women, you’ll need four times as much a day if you have a cold. Nevertheless, peppers can be paired with yogurt dips and are an easy way to snack your way to better health.

Milk

Vitamin D doesn’t just fight depression and build strong bones, but also helps combat our risk of catching a cold. Vitamin D in milk helps build up weakened immune defense from a lack of sun during winter months. Vitamin D milk can also help lower risk of respiratory infections, as well as thicken mucus and phlegm to help flush out respiratory bacteria.

We at On Call Medical Clinic hope that you found this information helpful. Remember when the cold or flu creeps up on you and your primary physician is not available, we are her for you 7 days a week. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to see all the medical services we offer.

Urgent Care Clinic – Picking the Right One

There may be a lot of urgent care clinics within your area and you want to pick the right urgent care clinic for you. There are moments when you do not need to go to the hospital for some of your medical needs but you still need professional and medical care. The best option is to go to an urgent care clinic. You will get the care that you deserve in a more affordable price.

High-Quality Urgent Care Clinic

Not all urgent care clinics can give the same quality medical care that you deserve. If you want the best, you can rely on us at On Call Medical Clinic. From our team of medical professionals who have undergone a lot of training and have enough knowledge to address all of your different needs. We can assure you that no matter what time you arrive at our urgent care clinic, you will be seen by a physician and your needs will be addressed.

We Stay True to Our Mission

Our mission is to make sure that our doors are always open for you no matter what day and time you need us. We also believe that you only deserve to get affordable care that will truly improve your health whenever you desire. Our urgent care services from our urgent care clinic are only delivered by qualified medical professionals.

Our People

All of our team members understand the need to provide quality health care at our urgent care clinic provided that they are nonlife threatening. They bring their best services every time that they are in the facility. They are all wiling to assist you for your various needs. If in case your case is more serious than what you have initially thought, we can refer you to the nearest medical facility so that you can get the proper medical help that you deserve.

Vaccinations Prevent Diseases

vaccinations prevent diseases

At On Call Medical Clinic we know that insuring that your children are properly vaccinated is extremely important to their well-being. Below we have listed 14 diseases that most of us have forgotten about, thanks to vaccines.

Diphtheria.

Doctors recommend that your child get five doses of the DTaP vaccine for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15 through 18 months, and 4 through 6 years.

Chickenpox

Doctors recommend that your child get two doses of the chickenpox shot for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 12 through 15 months and 4 through 6 years.

Mumps

Doctors recommend that your child get two doses of the MMR shot for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 12 through 15 months and 4 through 6 years.

Rotavirus

Doctors recommend that your child get two or three doses of the vaccine (depending on the brand) for best protection. Babies should get the first dose at 2 months of age. For both vaccines, babies get a second dose at 4 months. They’ll need a third dose at 6 months if they’re getting the RotaTeq vaccine.

Pneumococcal Disease

Doctors recommend that your child get four doses of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (also called PCV13) for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, and between 12 and 15 months.

Whooping Cough (Pertussis)

The DTaP vaccine provides protection against whooping cough, diphtheria and tetanus. Doctors recommend that your child get five doses of the DTaP shot for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15 through 18 months, and 4 through 6 years.

Measles

Doctors recommend that your child get two doses of the MMR shot for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 12 through 15 months and 4 through 6 years.

Infants 6 to 11 months old should have one dose of the MMR shot before traveling abroad. Infants vaccinated before 12 months of age should be revaccinated on or after their first birthday with two doses, each dose separated by at least 28 days.

Hib

Hib (or its official name, Haemophilus influenzae type b) isn’t as well-known as some of the other diseases, thanks to vaccines. Doctors recommend that your child get four doses of the Hib vaccine for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months (for some brands), and 12 through 15 months.

Rubella

Doctors recommend that your child get two doses of the MMR vaccine for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 12 through 15 months and 4 through 6 years.

Hepatitis A

Doctors recommend that your child get two doses of the hepatitis A shot for best protection. Your child should get the first dose at 12 through 23 months and the second dose 6 to 18 months after the first.

Hepatitis B

Doctors recommend that your child get three doses of the Hep B shot for best protection. Typically, your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: birth, 1 to 2 months, and 6 months.

The Flu (Influenza)

Doctors recommend that your child get the flu vaccine every year starting when they are 6 months old. Some children 6 months through 8 years of age may need 2 doses for best protection.

Tetanus

Doctors recommend that your child get five doses of the DTaP shot for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15 through 18 months, and 4 through 6 years.

Polio

Doctors recommend that your child get four doses of the polio vaccine (also called IPV) for best protection. Your child will need one dose at each of the following ages: 2 months, 4 months, 6 through 18 months, and 4 through 6 years.

We at On Call Medical Clinic are here 7 days a week if you need us for a minor injury or illness. Please visit our website at www.oncallclinic.com to view all the services we o