Winter weather means a higher risk of getting a cold, flu, bronchitis or even COVID-19. Like flu, the coronavirus is a respiratory illness that affects the upper (sinuses, nose and upper throat) or lower (windpipe and lungs) respiratory tract. However, COVID-19 appears to spread more easily, cause more serious illness in some people and make … Continued
When you have an urgent healthcare concern, you need two things: Quality, completely capable medical care Accessibility (walk-ins, convenient hours, open weekends, etc.) At Coastal Urgent Care of Thibodaux, we’re making our excellent care even more convenient for you. Simply by visiting our Home page, you can: See your wait time and your place in … Continued
Worried about your heart? The statistics for heart attacks can be scary. Each year 735,000 Americans have a heart attack, and about 1 in 3 deaths in the U.S. is related to cardiovascular disease. Wondering about heart attack symptoms? These symptoms can be different for women. Here are some heart attack symptoms for women to … Continued
Do you constantly catch your young children with small items they shouldn’t have? Then you’re certainly not alone. Luckily you catch what they have before they do anything dangerous with it-at least, that’s the hope. Children often stick things where they shouldn’t go, whether that’s in their eyes, ears, nose or elsewhere. So how do … Continued
Water skiing, a leisurely putt around the lake or serious yachters, people love their boats. Unfortunately, people also get hurt on boats. Accidents happen on the water for a variety of reasons. Boating accidents and injuries can be avoided if people know what to look for. All too often, people think water is a forgiving … Continued