Summer and swimming are synonymous for many. Learn how to maximize the health benefits of swimming while reducing the risks. Every day, about 10 people die from unintentional drowning, according… read more →

From insect bites and poison ivy to sunburns, the summer months can play havoc on your skin. “We see a fair amount of skin ailments around this time of the… read more →

A recent NBC-12 special report on the importance of understanding the difference between urgent care centers and freestanding emergency rooms inspired thousands of viewers to contact the station on social… read more →

Several new medical offices have popped up in the Richmond area that offer emergency care, but are not physically connected to hospitals. These freestanding emergency centers may treat acute minor… read more →

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month—a time set aside to promote the benefits of regular physical exercise. But as individuals head out to gyms, tracks and fields, this… read more →

BetterMed Urgent Care has received the Certified Urgent Care designation from the Urgent Care Association of America, which distinguishes it as having met nationally standardized criteria. The health care environment… read more →

Born and Raised? Born in southern Mississippi. Raised in MS, LA and FL – my dad was in the Navy.  Where do you wish you’d been born and raised? Why?… read more →

Written by Dr. Paul Gazoni The past few years has brought a surge in safety efforts to help prevent and reduce concussions in youth sports. A concussion is a type… read more →

Written by Dr. Paulo Gazoni Summertime is here. Kids have finished up the school year and are gearing up for the summer months. Regardless of age, children love this time… read more →

Knowing where to go in a time of illness or injury can be a difficult decision. However, there are options.   No one wants to deal with illness or injury,… read more →