Hypertension is an all-too-common condition that affects nearly half of all adults. Despite being common, it is no less serious. Unmanaged hypertension can lead to dangerous, life-threatening problems. Understanding what hypertension is and how urgent care can help is vital. Oxford Urgent Care provides convenient, top-tier care for hypertension and many other conditions 7 days … Continued

Though some may see them as separate from primary care clinics and family doctors, urgent care clinics play a vital role in the world of preventive health care. In addition to providing a rapid, convenient care option outside of normal office hours, urgent care helps prevent poor health outcomes. Oxford Urgent Care offers convenient, excellent … Continued

Yes, you can visit urgent care for asthma treatment. Asthma is, unfortunately, a common condition. According to the CDC, in 2021, nearly 8% of people nationally suffer from asthma. Though there is no known cure, controlling asthma through medication and lifestyle is possible. Asthma symptoms can sometimes worsen due to a trigger, resulting in an … Continued

Urgent care can prescribe a variety of medications, including antibiotics. Often, antibiotics are prescribed by in-office providers and available for pickup at your local pharmacy. In some instances, antibiotics are administered before discharge from urgent care.  Antibiotics are an excellent option for those experiencing bacterial infections and illnesses. They help your body heal while helping … Continued

This year, it’s more important than ever to avoid getting the flu. Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. COVID-19 is a disease caused by the novel coronavirus, which can also trigger a respiratory tract infection. It is highly contagious and can affect the … Continued

We’re all prone to a little bruising once in a while, and they’re often just the result of clumsiness or our sporting endeavors.   More often than not a bruise will be gone within a weak or two and, at worst, be a little uncomfortable.  But what if you’re beginning to notice more bruises than … Continued

5% to 20% of the US population gets the flu every year, resulting in 31.4 million outpatient visits annually. Whether you have the flu, the coronavirus, or another illness, one of the early symptoms is often a high-grade fever. How high of a fever is dangerous for adults? Keep reading to find out. By knowing … Continued

You’ve heard of E. Coli before, but did you know it causes 90% of urinary tract infections? The bacteria could get picked up in several ways, but the result is the same — pain! Are you experiencing painful urination, bloody urination, and abdominal pain? If so, then it’s likely you’ve got a urinary tract infection. … Continued

If you’re lucky enough to know what it’s like to fly through a field, wind in your hair, with a 1,000-pound animal carrying you like you’re light as a feather, then you know the appeal of horseback riding. After all, there’s nothing that gets as close to the feeling of flying as galloping on horseback. … Continued

When most people think of UTIs, they think of women. But the truth is, men can get UTIs too. UTIs, or Urinary Tract Infections, also known as bladder infections, can cause many painful and unpleasant symptoms. UTIs are not something to mess around with as they can lead to other infections outside of the bladder … Continued