Colds

by CheckPoint Urgent Care | Feb 7, 2023 | Illnesses, Urgent Care

We all know the familiar feeling, a stuffy nose, sore throat, and maybe a slight fever. We will all come into contact with the common cold, and maybe even more than once a year. Data from experts tell us that most adults will have 2-3 colds per year, and infants and...

2023 COVID Update

by CheckPoint Urgent Care | Jan 19, 2023 | COVID Updates

If you find yourself sick, you may ask if it’s COVID-19, a common cold, allergies, or another illness. To learn how to keep yourself healthy and what to do if you become infected with COVID-19, keep reading to stay informed with Checkpoint Urgent Care. 2023 COVID-19...

Influenza (Flu)

by CheckPoint Urgent Care | Jan 10, 2023 | Illnesses, Urgent Care

We’ve all heard that winter is “Flu Season,” but what is the flu? Who does it affect? How can you prevent the flu? These are all questions you may have to protect yourself and your family best.  Influenza (Flu) Influenza (or the ‘“flu”) is a respiratory illness caused...

RSV

by CheckPoint Urgent Care | Jan 3, 2023 | Urgent Care

Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common virus that causes infections of the lungs and respiratory tract. It’s so common that most children will have contracted RSV before the age of 2. RSV is not limited to children; the more severe cases are usually found in...

Common Winter Illnesses

by CheckPoint Urgent Care | Dec 1, 2022 | Illnesses, Urgent Care

While cold weather can’t necessarily make you sick, certain illnesses do tend to peak in the winter months. When it is cold outside, people tend to spend more time indoors, which can lead to the spread of certain diseases. Some viruses thrive and even spread better in...