Tonsillitis vs. Strep Throat: What’s the Difference? Sore throats affect millions of people each year. Their cause can range from a simple inflammation due to allergies to a bacterial infection or an underlying health condition.  Two of the most common causes of throat pain include strep throat and tonsillitis.  While they exhibit some of the … Continued

An Effective and Practical High Blood Pressure Diet Did you know that your diet can directly affect your blood pressure reading?  While most of us think of the condition as a hereditary illness that affects older adults or those who have heart issues, anyone at any time can have high blood pressure, and diet plays … Continued

It’s officially cold and flu season.  With the colder weather upon us, it seems easier to spread germs from one person to another while we spend more time indoors.  According to the CDC, even with the widespread availability and recommendation to get a flu vaccine, an estimated 9 million to 41 million people become infected … Continued

Someone grab the tissues! Seasonal allergies are in full swing throughout the country, and many people feel their wrath as they celebrate all things fall.  Affecting nearly 30% of adults and 40% of children each year, they’re a prevalent cause of minor yet irritating cold and flu-like symptoms.  Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, many people have … Continued

Bladder infections are common urinary tract infections that most often occur in women 65 and older. In fact, 50% to 60% of women will have at least one bladder infection during their adult life. While good hygiene and healthy bladder practices can help prevent bladder infections, cranberries have long been thought to have a positive … Continued

About 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes. Nearly 95% of them have type 2 diabetes, a common health condition that develops in mid-life for most people. Anyone at any age can develop type 2 diabetes. According to the CDC, it is becoming a more common diagnosis in teens and young adults. Those classified as obese, … Continued

At Thibodaux Regional Urgent Care – Houma, we recognize the importance of protecting your skin, especially in the warmer months when the sun puts us at a higher risk of sunburn when spending time outdoors.  Sunscreen is one of the most effective ways to protect our skin against UV damage that could lead to future … Continued

At Thibodaux Regional Urgent Care – Houma, we recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy heart and are here for all of your heart-related health needs seven days a week. Our on-site EKG testing allows us to quickly diagnose and treat any heart-related problems you may be experiencing, urgent or not. These diagnostic, noninvasive tests … Continued

With summertime fast approaching, the idea of potential sunburn is top of mind for many. From days spent at the beach and sunshine-filled hikes to relaxing days by the pool or a picnic in the park, sun exposure is heightened in the warmer months. However, too much sun exposure can quickly lead to severe skin … Continued

Common colds and seasonal allergies often mask themselves with similar or identical symptoms, leaving you to wonder whether you’re suffering from a cold or living with seasonal or allergen-specific allergies. Although both can hinder your daily life and routine, knowing which one you are experiencing is essential to getting the proper treatment to mitigate symptoms … Continued