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Heading Overseas? Schedule a Travel Medication Appointment With Our Team First

Tens of millions of Americans travel overseas each year for both business and pleasure. If you have international travel on the horizon, we can make sure that you’ve covered all of your health bases before you go.

Jun 8th, 2026

How Often Should I Be Tested for STIs?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are still making their way through the population in large numbers, which makes screening a very good idea. Here, we dive into some guidelines for testing.

May 1st, 2026

How to Prepare for Your DOT Physical

In order to drive commercial vehicles on the nation’s 4 million-plus miles of roadways, the Department of Transportation requires a physical. We perform those physicals, and here are some prep tips.

Apr 3rd, 2026

5 Ways to Help Your Child Manage Asthma at School

10 million — that’s how many school days are missed due to childhood asthma. If your child has asthma, keep reading. We’re offering a few great strategies to help them better navigate their school days.

Mar 11th, 2026

4 Heart Healthy Steps to Take This Year and Beyond

For the past century, heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States, despite the fact that most heart problems are preventable with a few key steps, which we review here.

Feb 10th, 2026

Make Weight Loss Your New Year’s Resolution, One Small Step at a Time

A new year is the perfect time to reset your health goals, and for many people, weight loss tops the list. While big resolutions can feel overwhelming, the key to long-term success is starting small, staying consistent, and getting the right support along

Jan 1st, 2026

Walk In for Fast, Private and Reliable STD Testing with One Simple Fee

When it comes to your health, you deserve care that is fast, private, and reliable. At our clinic, we make STD testing simple and stress-free. No long waits, no complicated pricing, and no embarrassment-just professional medical care from a trusted team.

Dec 12th, 2025

Fast, Private, and Reliable STD Testing – One Simple Fee at Our Walk-In Office

When it comes to your health, you deserve care that is fast, private, and reliable. At our clinic, we make STD testing simple and stress-free. No long waits, no complicated pricing, and no embarrassment—just professional medical care from a trusted team.

Nov 30th, 2025

The Value of X-rays in Figuring Out Whether You Have a Sprain or a Fracture

You land badly on your knee or you twist your ankle, and you’re wondering whether the pain and inflammation you’re dealing with is due to a sprain or fracture. Taking advantage of our on-site X-ray should be your first step.

Nov 10th, 2025

Why Kids Are More Prone to Ear Infections

Did you know that five out six kids will develop an ear infection by the time they reach age 3? And many kids get far more than one ear infection during their childhood. Here’s a look at why this happens.

Oct 22nd, 2025

Why Fall and Fracture Prevention Is So Important as You Get Older

As you get older, the wear and tear on your body builds. Taking a proactive stance when it comes to your health is a great practice, and this should include finding ways to prevent falls and fractures.

Sep 15th, 2025

Now Is the Time to Get Your Child Up to Date on Back-to-School Physicals and Vaccines

While your kids might think that the summer fun just got started, the beginning of the school year is coming up before you know it. Don’t leave your back-to-school list until the last minute: Come in for vaccines and physicals today.

Aug 11th, 2025

5 Tips to Prevent Getting Sick When Traveling Abroad

Nothing can wreck a dream trip (or business trip) faster than getting sick while you’re abroad. It’s always a threat, but it’s also a risk you can minimize by preparing in advance and following a few good rules of thumb.

Jul 1st, 2025

Basic Wound Care: When to Visit Urgent Care for Cuts and Scrapes

Cuts and scrapes are part of life, and your body does a great job handling the minor ones. There are times when a wound can benefit from a higher standard of care, and here are some great rules of thumb to guide you.

Jun 4th, 2025

The Dangers of Tick Bites: How to Avoid Them and What to Do If You Get One

With spring in full swing and summer around the corner, there’s a threat that lurks in the grass and trees — ticks. Here’s a look at how to protect yourself during tick season, including what to do if you get bitten.

May 14th, 2025

Managing Allergies: Relief Options You Can Trust

Did you know that about 100 million Americans are affected by allergies? While there may not be a cure for this common problem, there are plenty of treatments and management strategies that can help.

Apr 9th, 2025

Need a Commercial Driver Medical Exam? Here's What to Expect

An important step in keeping our nation’s 4 million miles of roadways safe is making sure that commercial drivers who pilot large rigs are in good health. That’s where the DOT physical comes in, which we offer here.

Mar 1st, 2025

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis: Preventing Sexually Transmitted Infection After Exposure

You suspect that you’ve just engaged in sexual activity that places you at risk for a sexually transmitted infection. Instead of waiting to see, you can be proactive with our post-exposure protocol.

Feb 7th, 2025

How to Treat Minor Burns: Essential Burn Care Tips

Did you know that every day in the United States, about 300 kids receive emergency care for burns? Whether you’re dealing with a child or adult, burns require a special kind of care, which we review here.

Jan 10th, 2025

5 Signs Your Injury Can Benefit From Urgent Care

Each year, there are about 40 million emergency visits for injuries that range from cuts and burns to sprains and fractures. Here are some rules of thumb when it comes to seeking urgent care for your injury.

Dec 1st, 2024

Hygienic Measures You Can Take to Protect Yourself This Coming Winter

We all got a crash course on viral infection hygiene when COVID-19 struck in 2020. As winter rolls around and we head indoors, it’s time for a refresher on stopping the spread of colds, flus, and other respiratory viruses.

Nov 8th, 2024

Abdominal Pain, Vomiting, Diarrhea? These Could Be Related to Stomach Flu or Food Poisoning

Your stomach is cramping, and being any distance from a bathroom is a bad idea thanks to nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. You’re likely dealing with a stomach bug or food poisoning, such as Salmonella.

Oct 2nd, 2024

5 Tips to Make Your Immigration Medical Exam Go Smoothly

You're getting closer to your American Dream by applying for your green card, which means you need to complete your immigration medical exam. Here are some tips that can help the process go more easily.

Sep 4th, 2024

When Does a Fever Warrant a Trip to Urgent Care?

A fever isn’t necessarily a bad thing — it means your immune system is in full swing, doing its job of protecting you. There are times, however, when your fever is signaling a need for some extra help.

Aug 6th, 2024

Are You Traveling Abroad This Summer? Make Sure You Are Up-to-Date with Your Vaccinations

International travel is back and bigger than ever. If you’re travelling to certain countries, you might need different vaccines than you receive in the US. Find out what to do to ensure your vaccinations are ready to go for your international vacation.

Jul 3rd, 2024

What's the Difference Between CBC and CMP Blood Tests?

There’s a good deal that your blood can tell us about your health. To access that information, we can perform a complete blood count (CBC) and a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP). Here’s a look at the difference between the two.

Oct 1st, 2021

Common Heat-Related Illnesses and Symptoms

The month of August can be a hot and sticky one here in New York City, which makes us more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. To beat the heat this summer, we take a closer look at the problem.

Aug 3rd, 2021

What Are Tick-Borne Diseases?

While living in the metropolitan area of New York City has its dangers, we generally don’t think of ticks as one. Unfortunately, ticks can infiltrate city life and potentially deliver tick-borne disease, which we review here.

Jul 27th, 2021

Everything You Need to Know About an Immigration Medical Exam

If you want to establish your legal status in the United States, you need to submit a Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. Our practice is certified to conduct this exam and here’s what you should know.

Jun 22nd, 2021

How Travel Medications Can Give You Peace of Mind When Going on a Trip Now

Now that vaccinations are in full swing, many people are anxious to begin traveling again. If we’ve learned one thing during the pandemic, protection is key, which is why we offer full travel medication services.

May 25th, 2021

Allergy Versus Asthma — There Is a Difference

Allergies and asthma are two distinct conditions that often occur together, blurring the lines between the two problems. Here’s a look at how asthma and allergies can be separate issues, as well as connected problems.

Apr 1st, 2021

How to Boost Your Immune System to Fight COVID-19

Even as vaccinations get underway, it’s still important to boost your natural defenses against COVID-19. In the following, we review some important tips for strengthening your immune system — now and in the future.

Mar 11th, 2021

Understanding the Need for Common Lab Tests

While screening for COVID-19 has certainly put the need for lab testing in the spotlight, the fact is that this service plays an incredibly important role in most every area of your health. Here’s how.

Feb 16th, 2021

What to Do About Gastrointestinal Distress

Gastrointestinal distress is a catchall term for any number of problems, some acute and some chronic. Here, we explore the many possible causes of gastrointestinal distress and whether there’s cause for concern.

Jan 4th, 2021

When to Consider Urgent Care

While many of us are, rightfully, concerned about viral infections at the moment, these aren’t the only medical concerns that require prompt care. Here are some guidelines for seeking urgent care.

Dec 1st, 2020

It’s More Important Than Ever to Wash Your Hands, Socially Distance, and Wear a Mask

The COVID-19 pandemic has opened our eyes to the spread of viral infections and how your hands, your distance, and your respiratory droplets play critical roles. Here’s a look at why these steps are so important.

Nov 9th, 2020

Why Flu (and Other) Vaccines Are Important This Year

As we wait for a vaccine for COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to protect your health through vaccines that are already available, including the flu vaccine. Here’s a look at how you can still protect your family during these uncertain times.

Oct 7th, 2020

What's Involved in an Immigration Medical Exam?

If you’re applying for a green card in the United States, one of the requirements is a medical exam. Here’s what you should expect during your exam and how you can best prepare to make everything go as smoothly as possible.

Sep 9th, 2020

Everything You Need to Know About Your DOT Physical

While millions of jobs were lost during the pandemic, many were gained in the delivery field as customers turned to remote shopping. If you’re looking to take advantage of these new job opportunities, here’s a look at what a DOT physical entails.

Jul 14th, 2020

Are You Ready for NYC to Open?

New York City is slowly beginning to reopen after becoming the world’s largest and most deadly epicenter of the COVID-19 virus this past spring. The one thing to keep in mind as you step outside is that there’s a new normal going forward.

Jun 18th, 2020

What Does COVID-19 Do to the Body?

As New York begins its reopening process, vigilance will be key moving forward, which makes understanding all we can about COVID-19 paramount. In the following, we take a look at how this novel virus acts inside your body.

May 12th, 2020

Cold or Flu: How You Can Tell the Difference?

Even as winter winds down, colds and flus are still making their rounds. If you’re struck by a respiratory illness, figuring out whether you have a cold or a flu can be difficult. Here we break down the primary differences.

Apr 7th, 2020

Debunking 10 Common Myths About Covid-19

Are you having problems separating fact from fiction when it comes to COVID-19? You’re not alone. Keep reading to learn the truth about this new coronavirus.

Mar 1st, 2020

What Are the Most Important Vaccines for Seniors?

While the vaccinations you received as a child have done a great job protecting you, if you’re 65 or older you should boost your defenses. Here’s a look at the vaccines that all seniors should consider.

Feb 1st, 2020

Start Your New Year Off Right with an Annual Physical

As we enter a new year, why not start it off right by scheduling your annual physical? These preventive visits go a long way toward safeguarding your health, clearing your way forward for a healthy, happy future.

Jan 1st, 2020

6 Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling

If you’re among the millions of Americans who are traveling over the holidays (or any time of year), here are a few tips to keep you and your family in good health while you’re on the move.

Dec 1st, 2019

What Is Your Best Protection Against Measles?

Back in 2000, the United States declared itself measles free. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case as the disease reared its ugly head again in recent years. Here’s how to protect yourself and your family from this highly contagious disease.

Oct 31st, 2019

Allergies or Asthma?

Allergies and asthma are not the same thing, but they often go hand-in-hand, creating a double whammy of misery. Here’s how to tell whether you’re suffering from allergies, asthma, or both.

Oct 1st, 2019

Why You Need a New Flu Vaccine Every Year

It’s that time of year again when you can spend just a few minutes safeguarding your family’s health this winter with a flu vaccine. Here’s why you shouldn’t skip this quick-and-easy protection.

Sep 1st, 2019

7 Back-to-School Tips for Children

The start of a new school year can be filled with excitement -- and viruses. Find out what you can do to make sure your children have the healthiest, happiest, and most successful school year.

Jul 31st, 2019

5 Things to Look for in a Geriatric Care Specialist

Health concerns as you grow older tend to multiply, which is why you need the right medical team in your corner. Good geriatric care requires specialists who understand your unique needs.

Jul 8th, 2019

When Does Your Child's Sore Throat Warrant a Trip to Urgent Care?

Kids get dozens of colds throughout childhood, and sore throats often figure among the complaints. But there are times when a sore throat may signal bigger problems and need extra care.

Jun 1st, 2019

Who Should Be Tested for STDs and How Often?

STDs remain a clear and present health concern, with more than 20 million new diagnoses each year. One of the best ways to protect yourself is through regular testing.

Apr 30th, 2019

10 Tips to Get Ahead of Spring Allergies

While spring’s arrival is usually most welcome after a long winter, the season can be a wolf in sheep’s clothing for those who suffer from allergies. Here’s how you can enjoy these months with a few easy tips.

Apr 1st, 2019

How to Prepare for Your DOT Physical

The DOT physical is about safety – yours and your fellow drivers. It’s used to determine whether you’re fit enough to do your job. There are steps you can take to prepare for the exam and perhaps help decrease your stress over the results.

Mar 3rd, 2019

Everything You Need to Know About Your Immigration Physical

One of the biggest steps in changing your legal status here in the United States is your immigration physical. Here’s what you need to know and how we can help.

Feb 4th, 2019

Make Weight Loss Your New Year’s Resolution—One Small Step at a Time

Start Your Journey with Forest Urgent Care A new year is the perfect time to reset your health goals, and for many people, weight loss tops the list.

Jan 1st, 2025

5 Steps for Maintaining a Healthy Heart

True, some risk factors for heart disease, such as genetics, are beyond your control. Still, there are several basic steps everyone can take to help keep their heart healthy well into old age. Read on to learn what these are.

Jan 2nd, 2019