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What does urgent care treat? Complete list of conditions and services

What does urgent care treat? Complete list of conditions and services

Urgent care treats far more than colds and cuts. Here's the complete list of illnesses, injuries, and services most urgent care clinics offer — and what belongs in the ER.

Can urgent care give cortisone shots?

Can urgent care give cortisone shots?

Cortisone shot at urgent care: which conditions qualify, how fast they work, frequency limits, and when to see a specialist instead.

Jellyfish sting treatment: What to do (and what not to do)

Jellyfish sting treatment: What to do (and what not to do)

Jellyfish stings are painful but rarely dangerous. Learn the correct first aid steps, what myths to ignore, and when a jellyfish sting needs medical care.

Diarrhea and vomiting: When to see a doctor

Diarrhea and vomiting: When to see a doctor

Summer stomach bugs cause diarrhea and vomiting that usually resolve at home — but dehydration is the real risk. Learn the signs that mean it's time to see a doctor.

Heat rash in adults: Symptoms, treatment, and when it needs medical attention

Heat rash in adults: Symptoms, treatment, and when it needs medical attention

Heat rash in adults is caused by blocked sweat ducts — not heat exhaustion. Learn what it looks like, how to cool it down, and when it becomes infected.

Signs of dehydration in adults: How to tell and what to do

Signs of dehydration in adults: How to tell and what to do

Summer heat makes dehydration more common. Learn the early and severe signs of dehydration in adults, how to rehydrate at home, and when IV fluids are needed.

Ear infection in adults: Symptoms, causes, and treatment options

Ear infection in adults: Symptoms, causes, and treatment options

Adults get ear infections too — especially after swimming. Learn the symptoms of outer and middle ear infections, when antibiotics are needed, and when to see a doctor.

Ringworm: What it looks like, how to treat it, and when to see a doctor

Ringworm: What it looks like, how to treat it, and when to see a doctor

Ringworm is a fungal skin infection — not a worm. Learn what it looks like, how OTC antifungals work, and when you need a prescription.

Can urgent care treat sinus infections? Here’s what they can (and can’t) do

Can urgent care treat sinus infections? Here’s what they can (and can’t) do

Wondering if urgent care can help your sinus infection? Learn what they can and can’t do, including when to get antibiotics or see a specialist.

Urgent care for anxiety attacks: When and where to get help

Urgent care for anxiety attacks: When and where to get help

Anxiety attack that won’t pass? Learn when urgent care can help, how to know if it’s an emergency, and where to go for fast support.

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