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J O U R N A L O F W E L L N E S S A N D G O O D H E A L T H C A R E

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GOOD BACTERIA

Your

gut needs certain

bacteria to stay healthy.

Try eating foods that

contain probiotics,

which are good bac-

teria. Find them in

fermented foods, like

aged cheeses, kimchi,

sauerkraut and yogurt.

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

RED MEANS GO!

Beets

get their rosy color from

compounds called beta-

lains. Studies suggest

betalains may be both

heart disease and can-

cer protective. Canned,

cooked or raw, this red

root provides key nutri-

ents, such as vitamin C

and potassium.

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WORTH THE WAIT

Microwavable foods of-

ten have recommended

stand times. Letting

food sit after it’s been

zapped helps it cook

completely and bring

it to a safe internal

temperature.

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Sometimes it’s obvi-

ous when a trip to the

emergency depart-

ment is needed. Prob-

lems such as chest

pain or heavy bleed-

ing are clearly serious

situations that need

help and need it fast.

But many times the

situation is less clear. That accidental cut might seem

deep—but not life-threatening. Your baby’s fever is

high enough to concern you, but your pediatrician’s

office is closed.

The emergency department is not the only option

when you would like to consult a medical profes-

sional. Urgent care is available and ideal when you or

your loved one is experiencing a non-life-threatening

medical situation.

Shannon has three urgent care clinics, so you can

choose the location most convenient for you. We

make it easier by providing call-ahead care, online

wait times and extended hours. Our physician-staffed

centers offer treatment of illnesses and injuries that

are urgent but not life-threatening. Using our centers

when it’s not an emergency can be faster and less

expensive than a trip to the emergency department.

For more information about Shan-

non urgent care locations and services or

to check online wait times, please visit

www.shannonhealth.com

.

Our urgent care locations

Shannon Clinic North

2626 N. Bryant Blvd. • 325-481-2271

Open daily 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Shannon Urgent Care–South

3502 Knickerbocker Road • 325-481-2222

Open daily 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Shannon Urgent Care–West

4251 Sunset Drive • 325-481-2226

Open daily 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

URGENT CARE CENTER

Call 911 or go to the emergency

department for a serious illness

or injury. Signs of an emergency

include:

This is the place to go when there’s a

minor problem that needs treatment

but isn’t an emergency. If your doctor’s

office is closed, you might visit an

urgent care center for:

Trouble breathing.

Minor cuts that need stitches.

Chest pain or pressure.

Sprains and strains.

Any sudden or severe pain.

Minor bone fractures.

Fainting, sudden dizziness or weakness.

Insect or animal bites.

Bleeding that can’t be controlled.

Minor burns.

Severe/uncontrolled vomiting or diarrhea.

Fever.

Coughing up blood.

Flu.

Suicidal feelings.

Coughs, colds and sore throats.

Problems speaking.

Earaches and infections.

Source: American College of Emergency Physicians

Urgent care vs. emergency care

When your doctor’s office is closed, it may be hard to know if you should go to an

emergency department or an urgent care center. These lists can help you decide.

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