The guidelines for keeping up to date with your adult vaccinations can change over time. At Zion Urgent Care we can help you determine what boosters or new vaccinations you need to stay healthy all through your life. Here is up to date information on what you may need. Measles Some people do need to be vaccinated for measles as adults. Recent measles outbreaks have caused people to wonder whether Read More
Wellness
The Effects of Antibiotic Overprescription
It is well known that systemic antibiotic overprescription has resulted in "super bugs" that are resistant to typical treatment options. "According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the US, every year about two million people become infected with bacteria that are resistant to anything we can throw at them and of those, at least 23,000 die." However, our bodies are affected Read More
Healthy Habits for a Happy Summer
Longer days and warm weather bring lots of opportunities for summer fun. Incorporate these four ideas into your family's daily habits and you will be all set for a season of health and happiness! Eat Berries Every Day If you do one thing this summer to improve your diet, have a cup of mixed fresh berries — blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries — every day. You'll load up on Read More