When a cold or flu strikes, urgent care is often the first place you turn. But it’s not just for minor illnesses.
Here’s when you should go to urgent care — plus are some surprising conditions that urgent care can treat— according to Syed Hussain, MD, medical director of Hartford HealthCare Urgent Care.
“We can treat many conditions at urgent care centers (UCC),” says Dr. Hussain. “With multiple locations, you can receive high-quality care close to home.”
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Urgent care can diagnose and treat a variety of medical issues, such as:
- Mild to moderate asthma
- Small lacerations (not involving deep tissue, tendons or nerves)
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Bronchitis
- Non-life-threatening injuries from falls and trauma
- Boils and abscess drainage
- Splints and injury management
- COVID-19 and flu testing
“We also provide onsite diagnostic services like X-rays and lab tests,” adds Dr. Hussain. “Our doctors review these results to ensure you get the right care.” Read more
