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How to Reduce a Fever
Mar 28, 2017A fever is a common condition experienced by children and adults alike. Usually accompanying a cold or flu, a fever serves as a way to...
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Allergies or a Cold: How to Tell the Difference
Mar 05, 2017Have you ever had a runny nose or caught a sneezing fit one day, believing that your allergies were once again acting up? But after ha...
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First-Aid for Minor Burns
Feb 27, 2017One can receive a burn under various circumstances, but being able to recognize the different levels of a burn is vital to know the co...
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Be Prepared for Flu season
Sep 10, 2016As our kids head back to school after a fun filled summer, our lives are bound to get busy again! Any unplanned changes in our normal ...
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Preferred Urgent Care Katy TX Announces New Medical Director
Aug 24, 2016Dr. Mary Santiago appointed new Medical Director at Preferred Urgent Care in Katy, Texas, dedicated to providing fast and affordable w...
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Allergies- Symptoms & Prevention
Apr 19, 2016Allergy season is still around and sometimes it’s difficult to determine the cause or reason for our discomfort. An allergy is a rea...
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Strep Throat- common causes and prevention
Apr 19, 2016Strep throat is a contagious diseases caused by infection with bacteria, which causing inflammation and swelling of the mucous membran...
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Preventing an Ear Infection
Apr 19, 2016Ear infections are usually caused by bacteria when fluid buildup behind the eardrum. Children have a greater chance of having an ear i...
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Decision tree for visiting an Emergency room vs Urgent care
Apr 13, 2016A few days ago, a mother and her 6-year old son visited Preferred Urgent Care. Out of curiosity, our staff asked her how she heard abo...