by Madee Melton | Jan 26, 2026 | Healthy Living
Upper respiratory infections are common, especially during colder months and seasonal illness surges in Southwest Charlotte. Symptoms like congestion, sore throat, coughing, and fatigue are expected but feeling short of breath can be unsettling. When breathing starts...
by Madee Melton | Jan 6, 2026 | Healthy Living
It often starts quietly. Maybe your throat feels dry during your morning commute, or you notice a scratchy sensation while walking around Uptown Cheapskate or running errands at Costco. By the end of the day, swallowing feels uncomfortable, your voice sounds...
by Madee Melton | Dec 22, 2025 | Healthy Living
You expect the flu to follow a familiar pattern: miserable at first, then gradually easing as the days go on. So when day three or four arrives and you suddenly feel worse: your fever creeps back up, your chest feels heavier, or exhaustion hits harder than before, it...
by Madee Melton | Dec 22, 2025 | Healthy Living
You wake up in Southwest Charlotte already feeling run-down. Your throat is scratchy, your head is pounding, congestion has set in, and your body just feels sore and heavy. You take a COVID test, watch the clock tick by, and finally see the result: negative. That...
by Madee Melton | Oct 23, 2025 | Healthy Living
As cooler weather moves into Southwest Charlotte, it’s easy to mistake pneumonia for a severe cold or the flu. Whether you’re grabbing lunch at Chili’s or finishing your weekly grocery shopping at Costco, it’s important not to overlook symptoms that could point to...
by Drew Allen | Jun 27, 2025 | Healthy Living
When the summer heat rolls into southwest Charlotte, there’s nothing quite like stopping by Carolina Scoops for a refreshing snow cone to cool off. Just like picking your favorite flavor, choosing between online and in-clinic healthcare depends on your unique...
by Drew Allen | Jun 11, 2025 | Healthy Living
When you’re feeling under the weather or dealing with a minor injury, choosing where to go for care can feel like comparing two similar businesses. It’s a bit like deciding between Sandwich Max and Subway. Both serve similar items, but the experience and offerings can...
by Drew Allen | Jun 2, 2025 | Healthy Living
It’s a Saturday morning, and your family is heading out for a hike at Crowders Mountain or a picnic at Freedom Park. Suddenly, your child twists an ankle or someone starts feeling under the weather. You need fast, reliable care without spending hours in a waiting...
by Drew Allen | May 13, 2025 | Healthy Living
A sudden fever at RiverGate Shopping Center or a scraped knee after playing outside in your backyard can quickly turn a regular day into one that calls for a visit to urgent care. While timely medical attention is important, many children feel nervous or even scared...
by Drew Allen | Apr 28, 2025 | Healthy Living
As the days grow warmer and the streets of SW Charlotte fill with families visiting local spots like the beloved The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, the sense of community is stronger than ever. Yet, a concerning public health issue is quietly making its way across the...
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