Each year in the United States, 1.1 million burn injuries require medical care. The most common cause of burn is direct contact with a fire or flame. Other thermal burns occur following exposure to heat sources like scalding water, hot grease, steam and even the sun. If you’ve been treating a burn at home and … Continued
Every day in the United States, more than 25,000 people sprain their ankle. More than 1 million people visit emergency rooms each year because of ankle injuries. If you trip or fall unexpectedly and notice pain, swelling or numbness in the affected limb, it’s important to seek medical attention. Urgent care centers like Coastal Urgent … Continued
The playground is a fun place for most kids. They learn how to socialize and have fun while doing so. However, the playground can also be an unsafe place and this is largely because safety guidelines may not have been followed. In order for the playground to be safe. You and your kids need to … Continued
There are 206 bones in adults and 231 in infants and children. With that many bones, it’s no wonder that there are times when we accidentally may break a bone or two. But, just how to treat a broken bone once it’s happened is the real question. By the time you’ve finished looking through our … Continued
Are you experiencing symptoms of a fever, cold, or flu? If so, how can you tell the difference? It’s important that you know what you’re going through, so you can get the right treatment and protect others at the same time. Sometimes, you may need emergency care. We’ll walk you through what you need to … Continued
It doesn’t matter how severe your wound is; without proper wound care, you could end up with infections, fevers, or worse. Nearly everyone experiences open wounds at some point, and most are harmless enough to be treated at home. But how should you approach open wound care or burn wound care, and how do you … Continued
Did you know that most burns occur either at home or in the workplace? Some burns are worse than others. There are many circumstances when you might burn yourself in which you won’t need any medical help. It’s not always so obvious when you need to consult a doctor about your burns. Of course, third-degree burns require medical … Continued
When you have an urgent healthcare concern, you need two things: Quality, completely capable medical care Accessibility (walk-ins, convenient hours, open weekends, etc.) At Coastal Urgent Care of Houma, we’re making our excellent care even more convenient for you. Simply by visiting our Home page, you can: See your wait time and your place in … Continued
A third of all deaths in America are from cardiovascular disease. That’s over 800,000 people. It’s no wonder that tightness in the chest can be worrying. If you have a pain in your chest, you might be concerned that it’s something to do with their heart. It’s not always the case. Here’s how to tell … Continued
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are the second most common type of infection in the United States. This means your chances of getting a UTI, or even a reoccurring UTI, is quite likely. Bladder infections occur when bacteria makes its way up the urinary tract and results in inflammation. Chronic bladder infections can be the result of … Continued