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Stages of Frostbite and When to Seek Care

Winters in Philadelphia aren’t for the faint of heart, when the City of Brotherly Love becomes the city of [...]
Understanding Tendinitis: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

Understanding Tendinitis: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

Ever notice a sudden pain in your elbow, wrist, or other parts of your body? It might be your body’s way of telling [...]
Urgent Care v Emergency Room | vybe urgent care

Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room: Which Do You Need?

Have you ever been in a situation and wondered if it calls for an emergency room (ER) visit? A study found two-thirds [...]
Urgent Care Has Your Back This Spring Break

Urgent Care Has Your Back This Spring Break

People across the northeast are itching for a little fun in the sun. Cue spring break! Over the next few weeks, social [...]
Rosy Cheeks: A Red Flag for Something Serious?

Are Rosy Cheeks a Red Flag for Something Serious?

You've probably noticed cool winter air can bring out rosy red cheeks from any complexion. While rosy cheeks typically [...]
Winter Slips and Falls: The Cold Hard Truth

Winter Slips and Falls: The Cold Hard Truth

There comes a point in every adult’s life when a “snow day” isn't all about ice-forts and sledding. No, the grown [...]

3 Reasons Why Your Cut May Need Stitches

The dog barks, the baby cries, the doorbell rings, and... Ouch! One minute you’re washing dishes, and the next [...]

Hurt Finger? Get a Grip! Head to Urgent Care

From slamming a car door to dribbling a basketball, there are endless ways to injure your fingers. Hold your hands [...]

Scratching the Surface of Poison Ivy’s Itchy Myths

Is it contagious? Can it enter my bloodstream? Myths about poison ivy can leave you scratching your head. Knowing [...]
How do you know if you've fractured your ankle?

Twist and Shout: How to Know if You’ve Fractured Your Ankle

Warmer weather and longer days are finally here.  Across the city, sunshine beckons the winter-weary out of their [...]