Covid-19: How to Protect Yourself & Others
Know how it spreads There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The … Read more
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Questions about Covid?
Here’s a great resource from the State of Ohio with educational resources, latest news, checklists and prevention tips. https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/home
COVID-19 and Antibody Testing Available
Looking for a coronavirus test? Scioto Urgent Care is ready for you. We currently have two types of testing. Available during regular hours: 1. COVID-19 testing if you think you actively … Read more
Salmonella Outbreaks Have Been Making News! What You Should Know
35 individuals across the country have fallen ill from an outbreak of salmonella, a bacterial pathogen. Of those individuals, 11 were hospitalized with a resulting infection. Food-borne illnesses, while accounting … Read more
Seasonal Allergies Bloom in Central Ohio
The beauty of spring in Columbus is that plants come alive with color and beauty, but for some people, all of those new beginnings herald the return of pesky allergies. … Read more
Scioto Urgent Care Featured in NBC4i Columbus Story
A new study out of Wake Forest University looked at head impacts that don’t lead to a clinically diagnosed concussion and their effect on the developing brain. It found measurable … Read more
Back to School Means Reminders on Handwashing
Kids are notorious for their ability to (unwittingly) transmit germs at school. One of the best ways to avoid getting sick is so simple. Proper handwashing! It not only prevents … Read more
“Can I Eat This?” The Truth About Expiration Date Meanings
The first thing you should know is something that can be boiled down to one sentence. Expiration dates (with minimal exceptions) do not refer to the safety of a product … Read more
Coca-Cola Funds Misleading Research About Obesity
Shockingly, Coca-Cola has funded research that wants you to believe that drinking soda does not increase chances of obesity. The company funded institutions that try to shift blame for obesity … Read more
Depression as an Effect of Psoriasis?
People with psoriasis may be twice as likely to experience depression as those without the common skin condition, regardless of its severity, a new study suggests. They say the link … Read more