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How to Get a Puerto Vallarta COVID Test in 2022
Are you traveling to Puerto Vallarta in 2022? You’re ready for the beautiful beaches, you’ve got your playlist mixed...there’s just one thing keeping you up at night. How do you tackle the COVID-19 testing you need for Puerto Vallarta? Oh, and all the travel...
Puerto Vallarta COVID Test Guidelines for Travelers
There are the fun parts of travel planning...and then there are those not-so-fun parts, like renewing expired passports, getting the necessary vaccines for your destination, finding a COVID test, and so on. With the pandemic and all the location-specific restrictions...
2022 Comprehensive Travel Guide to Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta in Mexico is a gorgeous travel destination that is surging in popularity in 2022, and we’ve put together a comprehensive guide for singles traveling to Puerto Vallarta. We’ll cover what to pack and wear, how to get around, basic safety guidelines, and...
A Comprehensive Family Travel Guide to Puerto Vallarta in 2022
Now that people are getting vaccinated and travel locations are opening up to tourists, you might be considering planning some memorable family travel to Puerto Vallarta. Located in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, Puerto Vallarta is a popular spot in 2022 for solo...
How to Travel to Puerto Vallarta in 2022
Step-by-Step Walkthrough for Traveling to Puerto Vallarta in 2022 Puerto Vallarta is a popular 2021 location for tourists and vacationers, as traveling is rising and people are eager to make some awesome summer memories with friends and family. Whether you’re...
Cancer Disparities in Minority Groups
It's estimated that in 2020, the United States had 1,806,590 newly diagnosed cancer cases. However, these cases are not spread evenly throughout the country. While cancer can affect anyone, cancer health disparities are seen throughout minority groups, who receive the...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) isn't a conversation most people want to have, but it actually affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States. And IBS isn't just frequent trips to the bathroom. It often entails abdominal pain and discomfort on a regular...
How To Tell if a Cut Needs Stitches: 5 Simple Steps
Cuts and scrapes are a normal part of life. But sometimes, a deep cut can raise alarm. That's why it's essential to know how to tell if a cut needs stitches. Should you race to the emergency room for a knife slip or treat it at home? When does a cut need stitches? If...
All About Concussions: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
March is National Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month. It’s important to raise awareness about traumatic brain injuries (TBI) because, left untreated, they can be extremely serious. In 2014, about 2.87 million people received medical care for a traumatic brain...
Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Diabetes affects a staggering 422 million people around the world and 34.2 million Americans, meaning it's very likely that you or someone you know is affected by the condition. But for a condition that is so common, many people still don't understand what diabetes...
5 Common STIs: STI Prevention and Treatment
Sexually transmitted infections: it’s a topic many people prefer to avoid but shouldn’t. Did you know that the CDC estimates one in five Americans has a sexually transmitted infection? And according to the World Health Organization, more than 1 million sexually...
Kidney Stones: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Men are twice as likely to get kidney stones than women. And people aged 20 to 50 are at the highest risk of kidney stones. However, various factors can increase your risk of developing a stone. You may be more at risk of kidney stones if you: Have had kidney stones...
Eating Disorder Awareness
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week is the last week of February. The goal of this week is to raise awareness and educate people on eating disorders. In the United States, 9% of the population (that’s 28 million Americans) will suffer from an eating disorder at...
Headache vs Migraine: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Each year, 45 million Americans complain of headaches. While one in seven Americans, or approximately 47,000, report migraines each year. But what’s the difference? It’s important to understand what is a headache and what is a migraine so you can identify what you’re...
How To Avoid Burnout: Manage Your Stress and Mental Health
The American Institute of Stress statistics show that 80% of employees reported feeling stressed at work, and 60% of work absences were associated with stress. The study also found that burnout increased the chances of alcohol use or dependence by 25% and increased...
COVID Testing 101: The Complete Guide
As COVID-19 continues to spread globally, preventative measures and COVID-19 testing are more important than ever. Research shows that approximately 1 in 3 people who have COVID-19 are asymptomatic, meaning they don't show any symptoms and don't feel sick. This means...
Thyroid Health: 10 Facts for Better Thyroid Function
Your thyroid is an essential gland in your body. Your thyroid is responsible for producing hormones that affect many processes in your body, like your heart rate and body temperature. When your thyroid is functioning properly, you probably don't give it another...
How To Prevent Cervical Cancer
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and it’s essential to raise awareness and encourage education about what causes cervical cancer and how to prevent it. Each year in the United States, approximately 200,000 women are diagnosed with cervical precancer or...
CityHealth Urgent Care Opens New COVID-19 Testing Locations in Dublin & Livermore
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 21, 2021 Sean Parkin CityHealth Urgent Care 510-984-2489 [email protected] CityHealth Urgent Care Opens New COVID-19 Testing Locations in Dublin & Livermore Clinic to Provide 48-Hour Molecular PCR Test, Travel Documentation ...
Healthy Weight Loss: How to Sucessfully Lose Weight Safely
The new year is filled with new opportunities and fresh starts. It is the perfect time to reset and renew your new year's resolutions. Many people set weight loss and healthy eating as their new year's goal, particularly after holiday indulgences. With enthusiasm and...
All About Ear Infections: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
You've probably had at least one ear infection in your life. In fact, a 2006 study on ear infections found that almost 9 million children and teens in the United States contracted an ear infection that year. Ear infections are more common in children than adults and...
Skin Conditions That Need Urgent Care
The skin is the largest organ of our bodies and acts as the primary combat zone when it comes to warding off pathogens (disease-causing organisms) from outside. The skin is only millimeters thick, even at its densest part. Yet those few millimeters of thickness are...
How To Stock A Family First Aid Kit: Everything You Need
Things can go wrong at any time. You could be hosting a birthday party or attending a dinner when suddenly someone starts choking or experiences chest pain, and nobody knows what to do. If you have a family member with allergies or any chronic disorder, the ability...
How To Stop a Nosebleed: 6 Simple Steps
Epistaxis, also known as a common nosebleed, is characterized by bleeding from the nasal mucus membranes. More simply put, a nosebleed is bleeding from the tissue inside the nose. While a nosebleed can look pretty scary, they are minor and will stop on their own in...
Annual Physical Exams: 6 Reasons Why You Need A Checkup
As we reach the end of 2020, many people are thinking about their holiday plans, special dinners, and shopping lists, but are you thinking about your next doctor's visit? Studies show only about one in five adults in the United States gets an annual physical exam...
