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11 Breakfasts to Kickstart Your Day
Unsurprising: Yet another study has confirmed that breakfast is good for you! Researchers found that individuals who eat breakfast regularly tend to gain less weight over time than those who skip it. Breakfast eaters, on average, gained less than 3lbs during the...
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Family vybes: Spending Summer in Philadelphia
Some people assume that there is little to do that qualifies as family or kid-friendly in a major city like Philadelphia. The high volume of traffic, both of people and vehicles, may make it seem as though you must travel elsewhere to spend quality time with loved...
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Don’t Bug Out: vybe’s Summer Bite Guide
Summer is the ideal season for spending time outdoors. Hitting the beach and going to a barbecue, block party, baseball game, or outdoor music festival are all popular summertime activities. But there’s one item you always need to have on hand at these events: bug...
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Ready, Set, Run: Prepping for the Broad Street Run
The largest 10-mile run in the country is right around the corner and it’s happening right here in Philadelphia! Philadelphia Parks and Recreation’s 39th annual Broad Street Run will be held on Sunday, May 6 and we know that many of you are actively busy training and...
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This Earth Day, Go Green(er) with vybe
Earth Day is a holiday recognized annually on April 22nd. Its purpose is to educate individuals on the environmental issues affecting our planet and promote practices which can help you better the world around you. If it wasn’t obvious enough from our logo and office...
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5 Delicious Ways to Enjoy Asparagus This Season
Spring is finally here! With spring comes the re-opening of several Farmer’s Markets around the city and an abundance of fresh and local fruits and vegetables – including asparagus. Asparagus is only in season for a few precious weeks, so make sure to take advantage...
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What do the New Blood Pressure Guidelines Mean for You?
Last November, the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology (with support from nine other organizations) released new blood pressure guidelines. Under these new guidelines, an additional 30 million people in the United States will fall under...
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Vy Nguyen’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Vy Nguyen: Radiology Technician Vy Nguyen, who works down at our South Broad location, can attest to the fact that there is never a dull moment working here at vybe urgent care. Get to know Vy and how she keeps a healthy vybe here in Philly: Why did you...
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7 Desserts To Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Spring break is just around the corner, and though you might not want to admit it, it’s time to rein in your winter comfort foods and treats. With the major holidays behind us, now is a good time to set some ground rules for desserts – especially if you’re hoping to...
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Spring into Better Health
With only six days left until it’s officially springtime, we can start forgetting all about the miserable frigid cold and unrelenting sniffles of winter, right? Spring is when we experience gorgeous blooming gardens; rainstorms and rainbows; warm weather; rising...
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Geoff Winkley’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Geoff Winkley, Medical Director: Geoff Winkley, MD is the medical director here at vybe urgent care who is dedicated to establishing vybe as a leader in delivering quality, evidence-based care. He also trusts the process (Go Sixers!) so you know he’s a...
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Sonia Afonso’s Healthy vybe
Sonia Afonso loves working here at vybe urgent care because there’s something new for her to learn every day. But there’s more to this radiologic technologist than her job. Get to know her: Why did you decide to work in healthcare? I decided to work in...
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Protect Your Heart This February
February is a month we generally associate with love and hearts of all varieties — heart-shaped cards, candy hearts, broken hearts and the list goes on. We know this is because Valentine’s Day falls perfectly in the middle of the month of February. However, there’s...
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MythBusters: Urgent Care Edition
People tend to have a lot of questions about the concept of urgent care and how it functions. Even though we have a very useful FAQ page and have written a blog on the differences between emergency rooms and urgent care in the past, a lot of myths and misconceptions...
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Bruce Hopper’s Healthy vybe
vybe physician Bruce Hopper enjoys where he works because of the passion that his co workers bring to the table – much like himself. Get to know Dr. Hopper: Why did you decide to work in healthcare? I very much enjoy partnering with people in all different...
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Livin’ la vida vybe: The Purpose and Culture of vybe urgent care
Here on the vybe urgent care blog, we focus on the #healthyvybes we encourage our patients to incorporate into their daily lives, provide insights on healthcare-related matters, and tell stories about our incredible team (who we like to call our trybe). However, as a...
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How To Easily Make Going “Veg” a 2018 Resolution
Vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, no matter what you call it, there is a growing trend towards diets that are lower in meat and dairy in 2018. Some people are motivated by health concerns and weight loss, while others cite the environment and global warming as key...
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Sandy Perez-Navarro’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Sandy Perez-Navarro, vybe CMA: Sandy Perez-Navarro, a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) here at vybe urgent care, isn’t the only one who thinks she’s pretty good at her job. We do too! It’s a field of work that is very close to her thanks to a special...
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vybe Has You Covered for Your Healthcare Needs Throughout the Year!
It’s a new year, and what matters most is making sure you’re healthy enough to enjoy everything it has to offer. While the beginning of the year can be hectic, it’s important to remember that taking care of your health and well-being should still be top priority....
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Matthew Simone’s Healthy vybe
Matthew Simone is our superstar Clinical Coordinator/Nurse Practitioners here at vybe urgent care. Part of what makes him so darn good at what he does is his passion for helping people in need. But, of course, there’s a whole lot more to him than just the work he does...
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New Year, Same #healthyvybe
Now is the time of year when we all start thinking about New Year’s resolutions. We hear “New Year, New Me!” in excess and see hordes of new members at the local gyms in the first weeks of January, but we also know that it’s tough to make our New Year’s resolutions...
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Kelly Femia’s Healthy vybe (CMA)
Kelly Femia is quite passionate about healthcare. In fact, she knew that she wanted to work in the field since the time that she was a teenager. But that’s not all there is to know about this vybe urgent care CMA. Meet Kelly: Why did you decide to work in healthcare?...
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Winter Weather Wellness Woes: What to Do About Them
Fall has rushed to an end and winter is already bursting through the doors and making itself comfortable with its frigid temperature — we’ve even had our first snowfall here in Philadelphia! And with that, flu season is upon us. But it’s not just the flu that comes...
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A #Healthyvybe Holiday: Tips for Avoiding Winter Weight Gain
With the holidays just around the corner, many of us are already hunkering down for the winter, loosening our belt buckles and ditching the gym. This time of year is marked by shorter days, colder weather, and plenty of comfort food. Unfortunately, this usually...
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Cepequa (Trinity) Barrett’s Healthy vybe
CMA Cepequa Barrett – otherwise known around these parts as Trinity – knows that there’s plenty to love about working at vybe urgent care, being in a beautiful city like Philadelphia, and keeping a healthy vybe. Get to know her: Why did you decide to work in...
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Andrea Bethke’s Healthy vybe
Like anyone who works at vybe, Radiologic Technologist Andrea Bethke wants to help people. She also wants to travel, skateboard, and watch Stranger Things (who doesn’t??). Get to know her: Why did you decide to work in healthcare? I enjoy helping people. It has always...
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All of the Thankful vybe(s)
In spirit of Thanksgiving, it’s only fitting for us here at vybe urgent care to stop and reflect on what we’re thankful for. This includes our work, our patients, and of course our home, here in the city of Philadelphia. Check out vybe’s thankful list below. Diverse...
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Breaking More Than Bread & Wishbones: A Guide to Thanksgiving Injuries
The holiday season is upon us! And while Thanksgiving is often full of family, food and lots to do, it’s important to acknowledge the increased risks that come with the enjoyment of holiday activities, whether it be hoisting a piping hot 25-pound turkey out of the...
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Patrick Oleskey’s Healthy vybe
Patrick Oleskey works as the Center Manager at both vybe urgent care’s Port Richmond and South Broad Street locations. Patrick knows that working at a place like vybe is always all about the people that you get to serve. We could tell you all about Patrick’s love for...
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Julie Yeh’s Healthy vybe
At vybe urgent care, we keep a board-certified physician at each of our locations at all times. Julie Yeh is one of those amazing physicians. But when she’s not on location working to improve the health of countless Philadelphians, she’s doing what the rest of us are...
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8 Tips for Surviving the Spookiest of Holidays
Did you know you’d have to run a full mile to burn off a SINGLE Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup? How many miles would it take to burn off an entire bag of Halloween candy? Trust me… you don’t want to do the math. Halloween is a great time to socialize, act like a kid again,...
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Celebrating Health Education Week: Urgent Care 101
Did you know the third week of October has been annually regarded as National Health Education Week since the mid-90s? This week is dedicated to celebrating the role of health education in the public...
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Joel Kristoferson’s Healthy vybe
It’s not all doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals over here at vybe urgent care. Director of Finance Joel Kristoferson is one of our superstars behind the scenes. Aside from the fact that he’s a Dallas Cowboys fan (and we’ll give him a pass since he’s...
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New vybe in Town: South Philly
If you’re in search of an affordable and efficient way to receive medical attention, vybe is the place for you. Located at 1217 South Broad Street, vybe’s state of the art South Philly location is tailored to accommodate everyone this side of South Street and beyond....
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Who Knew Healthy School Lunches Could Be So Easy?
Unlike the stories we read our kids at bedtime, getting them to eat a healthy, balanced lunch doesn't always have a happy ending. Between trying to please their tiny taste buds and making sure they have all the necessary daily nutrients, packing the perfect lunch just...
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How to Socialize without the Splurge
How to Socialize without the Splurge As Labor Day comes and goes, some of you may be mourning the end of summer, while others may be looking forward to football season and the cool, crisp days of fall. Regardless of which camp you fall in, September is a great time...
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Desire Medina’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Desire Medina: Medical Assistant Desire Medina has always wanted to help people. That’s what’s made her such a perfect fit for our team here at vybe urgent care. But – as always – there’s much more more to her than her passion for her work. Get to know...
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Karen Gambrell’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Karen Gambrell: vybe urgent care Center Manager Karen Gambrell loves the Italian Market, spending time with her kids and – last but not least – the gratification of getting to see patients helped every single day here at work. Get to know her: Why did you...
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5 Tips for Eating in Sync with your Circadian Rhythm
We’ve always known that what and how much to eat are crucial aspects to losing weight and getting healthy – but what about when to eat? Some recent research suggests that weight loss is more than just calories in-calories out. One study found that individuals who ate...
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Eat a (Local) Rainbow
The guidelines of a healthy diet include a variety of fruits and vegetables - also knows as "eating a rainbow." Summertime means readily-available local fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as an abundance of farmer's markets where you can buy the produce (and other...
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William Jantsch’s Healthy vybe
A chat with William Jantsch MD, vybe Physician: For vybe urgent care Physician William Jantsch, going into medicine was a calling. But it isn't solely his life's work that defines him - it's his family, his hobbies, and everything else he takes a dive in to below!...
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Get the Facts: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness
"I'm losing my mind."........"My brain is like a sieve."........"I'd lose my head if it wasn't attached." We've all said things like this at moments of confusion or forgetfulness; however when it is more than just an occasional memory glitch, cognitive impairment can...
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Life’s a Beach – So Don’t Get Burned!
With school out and Fourth of July already in the rearview, many in our area will be headed down to the shore for the weekend, a week – or maybe even the rest summer. Being near the water can be a lot of fun and for many, memories are made that will last a lifetime....
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Russell Karten’s Healthy vybe
Russell Karten, MD, FACEP spends his days here at vybe urgent care working as our superstar Medical Director. But when he’s not doing that, you may find him cheering on the Eagles, binge-watching Game of Thrones, or planning his future world travels. Russell Karten,...
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Why Do We Eat?
The reality is, we eat for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, we eat to stay alive. We eat to support and sustain bodily function. This is what hunger pangs tell us. Don’t we also eat because... It’s noon and, therefore, lunchtime? We have dinner plans with...
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James Tierney’s Healthy vybe
A chat with James Tierney, Radiologic Technologist RT(R): Why did you decide to work in healthcare? I got into healthcare after I severely injured my leg during high school football practice: I spent 15 days in the hospital and endured 5 separate surgeries. Although I...
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No Tobacco Day – May 31
The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated May 31 as No Tobacco Day. It is no secret that smoking and other tobacco use are hazardous to your health, but as with any addiction, it can be difficult to break the habit. In 2015, approximately 15% (36.5million)...
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Meet Nutritionist Jessie Funchion
We’re thrilled to announce a partnership with Jessie Funchion, MS, RD, LDN, from whom you will be seeing future blog posts in the areas of weight management, disease prevention and wellness. A native of Ardmore, PA, Jessie received her BA from Boston College and...
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Urgent Care or Emergency Room?
When an unexpected illness or accident occurs, sometimes the first instinct is to go to the emergency room. However, that should only be for true emergencies and life-threatening traumas. In most cases, a visit to an urgent care center is the better choice, saving a...
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Gregory Brown’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Gregory Brown, vybe CCMA: Why did you decide to work in healthcare? I wanted a job worth having. Also I knew healthcare would ensure job security along with plenty of room for growth & advancement. What do you like most about working at vybe? The...
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National Stroke Awareness Month
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, as designated by the National Stroke Association. For starters, what is a stroke? The fifth leading cause of death in America and a leading cause of adult disability, a stroke is defined as a “brain attack” when blood flow is...
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Tasnim Beg’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Tasnim Beg, vybe physician: Why did you decide to work in healthcare? I love learning how things work and using the wide variety of tools we have in general medicine — counseling, medications, exercises, diet and lifestyle changes, and more. What do you...
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Refresh and Renew with Spring Cleaning
With the arrival of Spring and warmer weather, there is a sense of renewal, refreshing and cleaning – hence the name Spring Cleaning. This is a perfect time of year to open up the windows, let in fresh air and tackle those items which only really need a once or twice...
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Peter Hotz’s Healthy vybe
A chat with Peter Hotz, vybe president: Why did you decide to work in healthcare? I’ve always enjoyed solving business challenges and building businesses that can do good while also being good. Healthcare has always been a dynamic business with lots of opportunities...
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Spring is in the Air – Literally
Some see beautiful blossoms as trees and flowers bloom. About 50 million others in the United States (those who suffer from nasal allergies) see an attack from the yellow pollen that seems to be everywhere flying through the air. The bright colors of the flowers are...
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Hello. Nice to Meet You.
Benefits of Meeting New People.
Rejection is a normal part of life. However, daily constant rejection, such as I was encountering in a sales position at a tech startup, takes its toll and caused me to think about making positive connections with people. In November of 2015, I decided to start this...
read moreHow to Have a Fun and Safe Spring Break
Spring Break is a wonderful time to welcome warmer weather, take a break from school and reconnect with the family. The extra time can be a chance to prepare for summer by visiting an urgent care center for needed physicals for summer camp and other activities, which...
read moreAwareness is Half the Battle
Each year the World Health Organization (WHO) brings awareness to a different topic in observance of World Health Day. This year on April 7, a light will be shown on the darkness of Depression. Depression is defined by WHO as an illness characterized by persistent...
read morePennsylvania County Health Rankings
As I sat reading Don Sapatkin’s coverage in the Philadelphia Inquirer of the newly released County Health Rankings for Pennsylvania, it stunned me to see the hard data reflecting the disparity in our region. I live in Chester County, which is less than 20 miles to...
read moreSpring Into Better Nutrition
Knowing that nutrition is important and having good eating habits are two very different things. Changing your diet to be healthier can feel overwhelming. March is National Nutrition Month, per the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and the 2017 theme is ‘Put Your...
read moreSnow Storm in March? Snow Way! Stay Safe While Shoveling
There are different reactions to the forecasted upcoming snow. Most school children (and teachers) are doing a happy dance, anticipating some time off. Many people are groaning, though, and preparing for what could at best be a nuisance and more likely be a fairly...
read moreBe Careful “Springing Ahead”
Most of us celebrate Daylight Savings Time as ushering in Spring. It means that we’ll have extra sunlight and the “dark” Winter is behind us. Even the reminder of how to change the clocks, “Spring Ahead”, is full of optimism and enthusiasm. But did you know that the...
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Surviving Flu Season
We're in the thick of flu season now and it's definitely making people sick. Here are some ways to get through it without losing too much work, school and precious family time to feeling miserable. Get a flu shot. Yes, it would have been best to get it back around...
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Slip or Fall Accident?
Slip or Fall Accident? Urgent Care Provides Great After-Hours Care When the temperature dips and the snow starts to fall, one of the best things to do is head outside for some winter fun. Sledding, skating, and skiing are a lot of fun, but these activities are also...
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Vybe Urgent Care Provides Heart Health Screenings in February
February is the month when heart health is the focus. It's easy to remember, with all the Valentine's Day decorations around, and Vybe Urgent Care makes it easy to come in and start a preliminary screening for heart health. If you think you are experiencing a...
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A Basic Recipe For Health
The Internet is full of conflicting information about healthy living. First, we're told that fat is bad for us, now it's good. First, we're told that sugar is okay because it's low calorie, now we are told that sugar is the root of all of our health problems. We know...
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Quick, Convenient, Affordable: 3 Reasons to Use Urgent Care
When you’re not feeling well, even though you know that you need help, you sometimes still don’t want to hassle with finding healthcare. Trying to locate a doctor to see you or sitting in a hospital emergency room among other sick people, often for long periods of...
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There’s a new vybe in Philadelphia
This new brand represents our commitment to an enhanced patient experience, while providing urgent care services that are accessible, affordable and timely. It also sets the stage for our expansion, with new sites opening in Center City and South Philly later this...
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