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Many urgent care centers offer testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or other sexual health issues. Knowing what symptoms to look for and when to test can help ensure prompt treatment and peace of mind.

Some urgent care clinics provide X-rays while others don’t. Inquiring at the urgent care clinic is the best way to find out. Here’s what else to consider.

A monthly breast self-exam may help people of any age detect breast cancer early.

Diseases and other health conditions are easier to treat when physicians catch them early. Regular physical exams include tests that cover different aspects of health. These can depend on the person’s age, sex and health needs.

Did you know that your risk of metastatic breast cancer is higher if you have a family history or if you’ve had breast cancer in the past? Metastatic breast cancer has a 20% 5-year survival rate in men and 31% for women. This makes it even more important to find and treat it early.

Pink eye can be very contagious. Prescription antiviral or antibiotic drops can help, but the condition may still be contagious for a few days even after a person completes treatment.

Family medicine physicians and pediatricians are different, but both are trained to care for children as they grow. They go through similar training, but they might focus on different specialties.

Cataract surgery takes about 1 hour, plus preparation before the procedure and recovery time afterwards. Here’s what to expect.

Identifying the medical issue (diagnosis) is the first step toward getting the right treatment. Predicting the outcomes (prognosis) is the next step. Healthcare teams make diagnoses and prognoses based on evidence, such as physical exams and rigorous testing.

Pimples can happen from time to time. When they pop up repeatedly, it could be acne.