Health Resources

Rumors have been swirling and causing quite a stir lately. Public health officials in El Dorado County confirmed that a South Lake Tahoe resident recently contracted the plague, most likely after being bitten by an infected flea while camping. This is the first confirmed human case since 2020. Fortunately for the infected, he is at home recovering under medical supervision. But what exactly is ...

If you drive a commercial vehicle, you’ve probably heard of the DOT medical card but do you know exactly how to get one? Whether you’re new to trucking or your current card is about to expire, getting your DOT physical exam is a required step to keep you on the road. Becky Yates, from our occupational medicine team, says it best, "We understand that your time is valuable. Our goal is to get yo...

As students in Mt. Pleasant, Longview, and Marshall settle into the school year, our Healthcare Express Urgent Care providers say the seasonal shift in illnesses is well underway. According to Dr. Caltrider, the return to classrooms, football practice, and crowded buses has created “the perfect environment for upper respiratory viruses to spread quickly.” We’re seeing a rise in common back-to-...

As the school year kicks off across Texarkana, Atlanta, TX, and De Queen, AR, our Healthcare Express Urgent Care clinics are seeing a steady rise in sick visits. Kids are returning to classrooms, sports, and group activities — and the timing couldn’t be more predictable for the spread of respiratory illnesses. “We’re seeing sore throats more often this month, and in one case, a mother of four...

As school starts back up across the Oklahoma City metro, our urgent care clinics in Edmond, Moore, Midwest City, and Choctaw are seeing the familiar seasonal shift. “Right now, we’re noticing an increase in general upper respiratory illnesses — things like colds, flu, COVID, and RSV,” says Dr. Harrison, our medical director for the Oklahoma region. While these illnesses can show up year-round,...

With the new school year kicking off in Maumelle, Sherwood, and Bryant, our Healthcare Express Urgent Care clinics in the Little Rock area are starting to see a shift in what’s bringing patients through the door. “We’re still seeing plenty of summertime cases like poison ivy and dehydration,” says Dr. Waheed, one of our local providers. “But now that kids are heading back to school, we’re als...

When most people think of urgent care, they picture quick visits for minor illnesses, injuries, or last-minute prescriptions. But urgent care clinics like Healthcare Express also offer wellness visits—a valuable and often overlooked service that helps you stay on top of your health. If you're due for a check-up or just not feeling like yourself, a wellness visit at urgent care can be one of th...

If you've noticed swollen lymph nodes in your neck, armpits, or groin, you might be wondering whether you need to go to the urgent care.   The answer is yes! You can absolutely walk into HealthCARE Express Urgent Care for help with swollen lymph nodes.   What Are Swollen Lymph Nodes?  Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped glands that are part of your immune system. They can swell when your body...

Is Urgent Care Cheaper Than the ER? If you’ve ever had a sudden illness or minor injury, you may have wondered: Should I go to urgent care or the ER? The short answer is yes! Urgent care is usually less expensive than the emergency room, especially for non-life-threatening issues.  At HealthCARE Express Urgent Care, we keep costs affordable by offering cash prices and accepting most major ins...

The short answer is yes! At HealthCARE Express, we treat insect bites and stings, including wasp stings. We offer short wait times making it easier for you!   “Even if a wasp sting doesn’t seem serious at first, it can quickly become painful or lead to a reaction you weren’t expecting. It’s always best to get check out especially if symptoms start to worsen,” says Dr. Spencer Reynolds &nb...