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Modern testing methods make it easier than ever to identify sexually transmitted infections (STIs) early when they are most easily treated. Even so, many STIs are on the rise in the United States, putting more Americans at risk for infections and severe side effects. About half of all Americans will...
Cuts and lacerations range from mild to severe, but it's not always easy to tell which yours is. Discerning the difference is essential, though. Sometimes, medical attention is necessary for your cut to heal correctly. At NewMed Immediate Care in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Ruchir Thakkar, DO, treats a wide range...
Cervical cancer was once a leading cause of death for women in the United States. But, in the past 40 years, regular Pap smear screenings have changed that. Also known as a Pap test, this simple screening looks for cervical changes, such as infections and abnormal cells, which can cause...
A fever commonly signals an underlying illness, indicating your immune system is actively combating the infection. At NewMed Immediate Care in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, Ruchir Thakkar, DO, and his team offer urgent care services so you can address fever concerns promptly. Not all fevers require medical attention, but certain circumstances...
At some point, you or your child likely had Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and may not have realized it. Mild cases of RSV can easily be mistaken for other common viruses. Symptoms include coughing, sneezing, fever, headaches, and a runny nose. However, at-risk populations — pregnant women, babies, and older...
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are an incredibly common condition that 8 million people living in the United States seek medical attention for each year, making it the second most common infection nationwide. When you have a UTI, it means that there’s an infection in the organs of your urinary...
Vaginitis is a medical term that refers to various conditions that cause your vagina to be infected or inflamed. It’s pretty common to experience vaginitis, and researchers suggest that up to one-third of women will experience it at some point in their life. Because there’s a myriad of things that...
Injuries of all types are a fact of life. They’re bound to happen to us at some point. But how do you know when an injury such as a deep wound requires a trip to urgent care and what can be treated at home? At NewMed Immediate Care — with...
With the warmer weather of summer come lots of fun outdoor activities like going out to your local pool or hitting the hiking trails. But, the change of season can also trigger a time of seasonal allergies for many people. In addition, if you struggle with asthma, these allergies can...
Summer is packed full of all sorts of fun activities. From family picnics to outdoor hikes, there’s no shortage of fun in the sun. However, with so much more time spent outside, there’s a much larger risk of summer ailments. It could be bug bites or poison ivy or even...
A DOT physical is a medical exam the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires for all commercial drivers who operate vehicles requiring a commercial driver's license (CDL). The exam is performed by a licensed medical examiner certified by the FMCSA, such as our providers at NewMed Immediate Care. With...
If you have asthma, you might not think it’s such a big deal. After all, you can usually manage your asthma attacks pretty well with a rescue inhaler. The only problem is that someday, you might find that your rescue inhaler doesn’t work as well, and that can be a...
The practice of medicine has changed quite a bit in recent years, especially in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. One positive change for most people is that telemedicine has become pretty widely available, which has a dramatic impact on your ability to receive health care. If you aren’t familiar with...
If you have a yeast infection, you probably feel pretty miserable and itchy. That’s one of the uncomfortable, unpleasant truths about yeast infections. They don’t usually cause more severe symptoms, but they’re plenty uncomfortable. A yeast infection is actually a fungal infection called Candidiasis. But there’s more about yeast infections that...
Men and women are similar in many ways but they are also very different. When it comes to health issues, men and women are very different from each other. Although some health conditions affect both genders, women are prone to certain unique health conditions as well. Women need to see...
Asthma is a very common disorder. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 7.8% of Americans have experienced asthma in the past year. But many of these cases are actually caused by bronchitis, maybe in addition to or instead of asthma. How can you tell the difference? There...
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is the second most-common type of infection, so your odds of developing one at some point are high. If you get a urinary tract infection (UTI), you may be able to take care of it yourself at home. Sometimes, if you notice a UTI early enough, you can wipe...
Getting tested for STDs might not sound like anyone’s idea of a good time. But it’s actually one of the wisest ways to protect your health — and the health of your partner. At NewMed Immediate Care, Ruchir Thakkar, DO, and his team make it easy for patients in Rolling...