What You Need to Know About the Monkeypox Infection
What You Need to Know About the Monkeypox Infection Right now, there is good news and bad news about the monkeypox infection which was spreading around California. The good news is that infection rates have plummeted since their height in August, now only around 5% of the previous high. The bad news is that monkeypox […]
The Monkeypox Outbreak in California – Should You Still Be Worried?
The Monkeypox Outbreak in California – Should You Still Be Worried? For a couple of months in the summer, it seemed like the monkeypox outbreak in California was going to be COVID 2.0 – but fortunately, it has mostly subsided. Much of the credit can go to leaders across California who recognized the threat and […]
A Complete Guide to Blood Tests
A Complete Guide to Blood Tests Blood work or blood tests are a form of medical screening done to monitor the development of an existing disease or to identify a person’s tendency to develop certain new diseases. The results from such screenings help pinpoint any underlying health problems and curb their development in a timely […]
Where to Get STDs Tested and Treated?
Where to Get STDs Tested and Treated? STDs, like many other diseases, are neither uncommon nor something that you should feel ashamed of. However, owing to the unfortunate stigma associated with the topic, seeking tests and treatments for STDs can be slightly overwhelming. Surfside Urgent Care of Laguna Beach lists some affordable and easy STD […]
How Frequently Should You Have Blood Work Done?
How Frequently Should You Have Blood Work Done? Blood tests are some of the most common medical tests ordered by physicians today. They offer a detailed insight of a person’s bodily functions and abnormalities if any, to a trained eye. Blood work helps doctors diagnose diseases at early stages and also indicates how the body […]
Walk-in Medical Clinics are Preferred for Quick Treatment
Walk-in Medical Clinics are Preferred for Quick Treatment A walk-in clinic is a medical clinic that provides medical assistance just like a primary physician would. The main difference at Surfside Urgent Care of Laguna Beach is that you do not need an appointment and also don’t have to wait for hours, like other alternatives. A […]
How to Choose Between Urgent Care and the ER
How to Choose Between Urgent Care and the ER? In this latest post, our urgent care clinic lays out how to choose between urgent care and the ER, how they are different, and how our urgent care team can provide you with the best medical services. Encountering a medical problem is a stressful experience and, […]
Types of Available Blood Tests
Types of Available Blood Tests Blood tests are a common procedure that enables doctors to check for specific diseases and conditions. These blood tests also make it possible to check the functions of different organs, and they can even help determine how well your treatments are working. Learning about all of the different types of […]
How STD Testing Works and Where to Get Tested
How STD Testing Works and Where to Get Tested? In this latest post, our urgent care clinic outlines everything you need to know about STD testing, why it’s important, and how our urgent care team can help you get all the testing and care you need. Who should get tested for STDs? Sexually active people […]
Five Risks Associated With Untreated STIs
Five Risks Associated With Untreated STIs Getting tested for a sexually transmitted infection (STI) is often a stressful experience. Sometimes people assume they are safe if they don’t experience any symptoms. However, scheduling a blood test near you is essential to get tested as soon as possible before it’s too late. Surfside Urgent Care of […]