Tag: primary care

Wondering if you're contagious? Learn how to tell, whether you can spread an illness without a fever, and how long to stay home when you're sick.

What is a fever, and what could be causing yours? University of Rochester Medicine breaks it down and offers treatment suggestions during a Virtual Urgent Care Visit.

How long does postnasal drip last? Learn what causes it, how to get rid of postnasal drip, when it may signal a sinus infection, and how to find relief.

Hot weather and humidity can make breathing harder, especially for people with asthma or other lung conditions. Learn how heat, humidity, and air quality affect breathing and when to seek care.

Our experts explain the impact of air quality on health and how to best protect ourselves.

Being congested is annoying and wears you out. Get back to feeling better with these home remedies and over-the-counter treatment options.

Pregnancy can make hot weather and the summer sun more challenging. Learn how to stay cool, prevent dehydration, manage swelling, and stay safe during summer heat.

Do you know how to stay safe all season long? URochester Medicine’s Dr. Louis Papa provides expert tips for sun, water, and fire safety for the whole family.

Are bug bites just nuisances or should we be more concerned about bug-borne illnesses, like Lyme and West Nile?

In the Northeast, tick bite ED visits have nearly doubled from last year. UR Medicine infectious disease experts offer tips to help you avoid a tick bite and shares some things to look for if you're ...