Consider Urgent Care For Your Child’s Next Cold

When to use urgent care

There are lots of things parents google when there kids are sick: when to call the doctor, good food for sick toddler (good food for sick toddler also represents the rushed nature of these internet searches in the lack of an “a” or a “my” before toddler), when to be worried. But illness in children is common, and scheduling an appointment with a general practitioner, while often ideal (because they have a rapport with your child and you trust their care), isn’t always possible.… Read More...

Physical Rehabilitation and Other Treatment Options for Chronic Pain Sufferers

Surgical procedures

Chronic pain affects many people throughout the United States. There are, of course, a variety of reasons why individuals experience pain on a regular basis. They may, for example, be suffering with migraines. In this instance, seeking the services of a medical professional may assist with reducing or alleviating their symptoms. When someone has sustained an injury which affects their physical activity level, they may benefit from physical rehabilitation. Since each situation is unique, it’s important to consult with a medical professional rather than enduring chronic pain.… Read More...

How Effective Are Methadone Treatments?

Chicago methadone rehab center

It is no secret that America is in opioid addiction crisis. In 2015, 20.5 million people had a substance use disorder. Of those people, 2 million had a disorder involving prescription pain relievers. Further, 591,000 had a substance disorder involving heroin. Overdosing from drugs is the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. In 2015 alone there were 52, 404 lethal drug overdoses. Clearly the country is in a crisis.
Methadone has long been a successful treatment for people suffering with opioid addiction.… Read More...