Influenza infection and flu symptoms can be difficult to understand and manage. MainStreet Family Care is here to educate you on the causes, symptoms, complications, and how you can reduce the spread of the flu.  What Is The Flu? The flu is a respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses and is extremely contagious. Millions of… Read more »

Strep throat symptoms can be extremely painful and uncomfortable. Although this condition is more common in children, it can be contracted at any age. MainStreet Family Care is here to educate you on all of the symptoms, as well as ways to treat and prevent strep throat.  Strep Throat Symptoms Common symptoms of strep include… Read more »

What’s the difference between urgent care vs. emergency room? MainStreet is here to educate you on when you should seek either level of care.  When You Should Visit An Urgent Care Clinic Due to the increase in urgent care clinics around the country over the past several years, many people seek care at these centers… Read more »

Looking for an urgent care center? MainStreet Family Care is here to provide you with 5 things to look for in an urgent care clinic.  What Is Urgent Care?  Urgent care is for minor illnesses and injuries that don’t require emergency medical attention. It is different than seeing a primary care physician in that you… Read more »

Urgent care providers can treat a wide variety of conditions. MainStreet Family Care offers each of these services in our urgent care services.   Common Illnesses   Many people visit urgent care when they are sick with common illnesses. Urgent care providers can diagnose and treat the following conditions:   Sore throat and strep throat  Cold and flu … Read more »

What services do urgent care clinics offer? MainStreet Urgent Care is here to tell you about urgent care service offerings.  Services For General Illnesses Urgent care clinics are the go-to place when you’re sick. Most urgent care facilities offer services for the following general illnesses: Cold and flu  Fevers Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea Allergies and asthma… Read more »

Adults and children suffer from respiratory infections frequently, and there are a few common upper respiratory lab tests that are used to diagnose them.  What Are Upper Respiratory Infections?  Upper respiratory infections happen when any part of the respiratory tract is inflamed or infected. Several things can cause this, but most commonly, people contract upper… Read more »

Unsure about primary care vs. urgent care – and when you need each? You’re not alone. Many people are confused about the difference between the two and when you need each. Many patients ask us about the difference between primary care and urgent care. This blog is here to help you understand which is best… Read more »

With the holiday season just right around the corner, remember some holiday health tips and tricks to help keep you well during this season! Keep Your Physical Health In Mind! The holidays can be super fun but also hard on the body. From Thanksgiving dinner or partaking in your holiday favorite activities such as touch… Read more »

As flu season is on the rise, we have all the necessary information to keep you and your family well. Learn more below! What is The Flu? The influenza virus, known as the flu, is an inflammatory virus that affects the respiratory system. This virus typically peaks during cold months, such as the fall and… Read more »