Progressive Urgent Care Castro Valley

Keep Wounds Clean Open wounds and lacerations have higher chances of infection. Make sure you keep them sanitized by washing them with mild soap and lukewarm water. Bandage the wound to protect it from dust and other small objects. This also keeps moisture in which is essential for the healing of the wound. You can have the option to use an antibiotic ointment. You can get in touch with us for added assistance with wounds and laceration repairs.... #WoundCare #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

Medical Assistance From Your Own Home We understand the dangers of being outside these days. Luckily, you don’t have to leave your own house to get the assistance you deserve. Get in touch with us to know how to avail of our telemedicine services! #MedicalAssistance #TelemedicineServices

Keep the RICE Formula In Mind When encountering injuries, it’s important to remember the RICE formula: - Rest. Avoid adding stress to the injured area by resting.... - Ice. Apply ice to the injured area. The cold reduces the swelling that may occur. - Compression. Adequately wrap the injured area with an elastic bandage. This helps with the swelling. - Elevation. Lastly, elevate the injured area. Make sure it’s placed at or above the level of your heart. This also helps relieve the swelling. Source: https://bit.ly/33bdjEV #RICEFormula #Injuries

Asthma Triggers Asthma attacks happen when you are exposed to your asthma trigger. These triggers differ from one person to another. But the most common ones are cigarette smoke, dust mites, air pollution, and mold. #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #AsthmaTriggers #Asthma

Watch What You Eat We should start the year right by eating the right food to keep ourselves healthy and away from complications. This is a friendly reminder from Progressive Urgent Care - Castro Valley. #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #RightEating #HealthyEating

Testing for Coronavirus Disease Some jobs or institutions need to have your test results for Coronavirus disease to make sure you are fit to work. Progressive Urgent Care - Castro Valley has a testing center that provides fast and accurate results. Call us today to make an appointment!... #Coronavirus #SwabTesting

Take a Break Do not forget to take a break during this holiday to replenish the energy you need for your daily activities. #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #HappyMLKDay

Prevent Infected Wounds Whether it is a small scratch or a deep puncture, you need to make sure your wounds are cleaned properly. Wounds can be common breeding grounds for bacteria and are often prone to infections. #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #WoundCare

Healthcare Made More Accessible Our offices remain open and we make use of UV sanitizers to ensure your safety. However, we understand that some may still prefer the safety of their own homes. We now offer telemedicine and zoom. #Telemedicine #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

Reporting Injury Some workplaces need to comply with injury reports for formality's sake. That is why Progressive Urgent Care - Castro Valley is here to help you deal with that with less hassle! Call us now!... #UrgentCare #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

For Easier Appointment Setting Progressive Urgent Care - Castro Valley has online registration to keep everything easier for you and your loved one. We want to give you the best services to address your needs. Visit www.progressiveurgentcarecv.com.... #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #AppointmentSetting

Must-Haves If You Have Asthma Various irritants can trigger asthma symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, and tightness in the chest. Make sure to have the following essentials at all times: 1. Rescue inhaler relaxes the muscle bands that tighten around your airways... 2. Mask helps in filtering the air you breathe 3. Emergency medications always are prepared with your prescribed medications 4. Action plan a list of actions that you need to do during an asthma attack along with different remedies for different situations. This has to be understandable so other people can follow the steps in an emergency #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #Asthma

Dealing with Flu The chilly weather can bring different diseases like the flu to your family. Getting the flu can be stressful; that is why you need to seek the help of doctors to know the best way to treat it. Visit Progressive Urgent Care - Castro Valley for immediate flu treatment!... #Flu #FluTreatment #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

Quick COVID-19 Testing You may need COVID-19 testing for travel, employment, work, or school. We make sure we are ready to handle your healthcare needs. We now offer COVID-19 testing. You can get your results within 15 minutes. #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #COVID19Testing

We’ve Got You! Are you in need of a pre-employment physical exam? There’s no need to go far just to look for an accredited physician. We've got you covered! We have this and various other healthcare services available to help you. #PreEmploymentPhysicalExam #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

Stomachaches: When Should You Go to the Doctor? Stomachaches or abdominal pain are relatively common symptoms that often don’t need treatment. However, it can also be a sign of a serious condition that should not be ignored. Here are some symptoms: 1. It is accompanied by fever, nausea, bleeding, vomiting, inability to have a bowel movement, or difficulty breathing... 2. It lasts for 24 hours to a week 3. The abdomen swells or is tender to the touch 4. Pain is severe and sudden #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #Stomachaches

Prioritizing Your Healthcare Needs People get in circumstances requiring urgent health care. We always aim to help in these situations. There’s no need for appointments or insurance. We provide you with care at a low-cost self-pay rate. #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #UrgentHealthCare

Happy Thanksgiving! It is a great day to lay back and enjoy your wonderful feast of turkey, cranberries, and pumpkin pie with friends and family. Take a breather and catch up on how everyone has been doing in the past year. #HappyThanksgiving #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

Facts About Allergies Do you know your allergies and allergy treatment already? Here are some facts that may encourage you to get diagnosed today: 1. Allergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S.... 2. Allergic diseases are common for all ages in the U.S. and affects more than 24 million people 3. Some allergies can be seasonal while others are experienced all year round 4. Getting diagnosed can help you know what allergens to avoid as well as what medication you can get. (Source: acaai.org/news/facts-statistics/allergies) #AllergyFacts #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

Prevent Allergic Reactions Allergic reactions can simply cause rashes, but sometimes they can also be fatal. Make sure you are aware of your allergies and what treatment you require when you get a reaction. Have yourself diagnosed today. #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #Allergy

Care Without Discrimination Your skin color, race, religion, etc. should not be a basis for the quality of treatment you receive. We embrace diversity and treat all individuals with dignity by providing you care without discrimination. #NoDiscrimination #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley

Proper Wound Care Whether it is a little scratch or a deep surgical wound, it is important to care for your wound properly to prevent infections. Here are some tips: 1. Always keep the skin injury clean... 2. Use petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist 3. Cover it with an adhesive bandage after cleaning and applying an ointment 4. Change the bandage daily 5. Follow your doctor’s advice on stitch removal if your injury requires stitches (Source: www.aad.org///injured-skin/burns/wound-care-minimize-scars) #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #WoundCare

Asthma Treatment While there is no cure for asthma, it can be controlled. Each case of asthma is different and will require a treatment plan made specifically for you. They take into account your triggers and what medications you can take. These can include: 1. Inhalers and nebulizers... 2. Long-term control medicines such as oral corticosteroids 3.Quick-relief medicines such as short-acting beta-agonists For severe asthma symptoms that can’t be controlled with medicines, bronchial thermoplasty can also be done. (Source: www.aafa.org/asthma-treatment/) #ProgressiveUrgentCareCastroValley #AshtmaTreatment