Category: General Medicine

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Two ways to save a life without being medical: Naloxone and Hands-Only CPR

Opioid overdose and sudden cardiac arrest are two leading causes of death in the United States. Both of these conditions can be fatal if not treated promptly. However, there are two life-saving interventions that anyone can learn to perform without being a doctor: naloxone administration and hands-only CPR. The sooner the intervention is started, the […]

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Ready for a Telehealth Visit with Us? Here’s what it’ll Cost.

Most people have experienced this frustrating scenario: You go to the doctor’s office for treatment or prevention services, and when you ask how much services cost, the answer isn’t nearly as straightforward as you hoped. When you get your bill, either right after your appointment or in the mail, you notice unexpected costs (aspirin is […]

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I Have a Cough. How Do I Know if It’s Serious?

Many people in Colorado are dealing with coughs even after getting the COVID vaccine. Acough is one of the body’s ways to get rid of an irritant. When your airways are blocked withsomething that isn't supposed to be there, the brain is alerted. It reacts by telling the muscles inyour belly and chest to generate […]

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Flu Season is Around the Corner!

Care on Location wants you to be ready for this year’s flu season. As things open back up and children return to school, flu will start to spread. Here are a few steps to keep your family healthy. Sleeve Up! Get your flu shot by the end of October. Most pharmacies offer a free flu […]

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When is it Okay to Refill Your Prescriptions through Telehealth Visits?

Seeking out the prescribing power of an online medical provider to refill a prescription does not make up a large portion of telemedicine visits, but it is also not a rare occurrence. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 50% of us are on at least one prescribed medication, 23% take three or more, […]

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