When you suffer something like a minor sprain or fracture, a sore throat or headache or any other type of minor to moderate physical affliction, rather than going to see your primary care doctor or going to the emergency room, you should check out your local urgent care facility. In the United States alone, there are roughly 6,800 urgent care centers, most of which are located in freestanding buildings.

Urgent care facilities provide a solid alternative to doctor’s offices and emergency rooms, as the hours for urgent care are favorable and the wait times are shorter. In addition, you are more apt to walk in and see a doctor than you would be in an emergency room or at your regular doctor’s office. it should be noted that eContinue reading →