“Keep it clean” seems to be the mantra when dealing with life’s cuts and scrapes, but sometimes it takes more than that. At Calvary Urgent Care in Humble, Texas, Dr. Joseph Goin and our team take wound care seriously, because we’ve seen the complications that can arise when you don’t. Here’s a look at what can...
When you're trying to get pregnant, you want to know if your efforts worked as soon as possible. So, like millions of women, you go to the store for a home pregnancy test and find an entire aisle dedicated to the various brands and types. After reading the labels and...
Coughing is your body’s way of expelling foreign particles and irritants out of your lungs, and it's very effective — a good cough can rocket those pathogens out at about 50 miles per hour. Seasonal allergies, a common cold, and post-nasal drip are just a few of the many reasons...
International travel is exciting, but the diseases you may come in contact with aren’t. Even if you’re young and healthy, exposure to foreign pathogens that your body has never encountered can cause serious illness. At Calvary Urgent Care in Humble, Texas, Dr. Joseph Goin and our team offer travel vaccines to keep you safe wherever your...
For decades, X-rays have been the go-to diagnostic test to confirm bone fractures. The X-ray machine directs a beam of radiation at the target area, and your bones absorb the radiation. On film, this makes your bones appear white compared to soft tissues that don’t show up at all. But...
Earwax, that sticky, yellow substance you swipe out of your ears now and then, protects your ears from dust, dirt, and debris. These foreign particles stick to the wax, and the gooey material ushers them back out before they make their way into your inner ear. Earwax also keeps water...
Nonfatal workplace accidents are some of the most common causes of injuries. In fact, nearly three million people get injured on the job every year. Unfortunately, the road to recovering from your injury and getting back to work is often difficult and confusing. A workplace injury can turn into a...
Whether your knife slipped while you were chopping an onion, or you slipped while walking to the mailbox, any type of traumatic blow, especially if a sharp object is involved, can cause a skin laceration — the medical term for a cut. In many cases, you can clean the wound...
Most minor illnesses can be handled at home with rest, proper hydration, and over-the-counter medications when necessary. But fever tends to be a deal breaker for most people, and they instinctively rush to the doctor. With more than three decades of experience as a primary care physician, Dr. Joseph Goin...
Researchers, scientists, and physicians have made some amazing advances in prescription medications, including breakthrough medications for hepatitis C, prostate cancer, multiple sclerosis, cystic fibrosis, and sickle cell anemia, to name a few. Whether you’re taking one of these new drugs or you take tried-and-true medication for your high blood pressure,...
More than 70% of kids between the ages of 6 and 12 participate in team or individual sports. Once they enter high school, almost 8 million teens engage in organized sports. That’s great news since physical activity comes with the inherent benefits of weight management, reduced health risks, strong bones...
Most minor cuts and abrasions can be treated at home with antibiotic ointment, banadages, and good hygiene. But deep or open wounds need expert medical care from a professional trained to identify and treat infections, ulcerations, and gangrene — the likely complications of untended wounds. Dr. Joseph Goin at Calvary...
One of the most important parts of your journey to becoming a United State citizen is your immigration exam and physical. Everyone seeking citizenship is required to have a physical exam to ensure public health. During your exam, we screen you for any potentially infectious diseases or serious mental health...
Sex should bring you pleasure and joy, not fear of infection. Unfortunately, intimate physical contact carries the risk of disease, as bacteria and viruses pass back and forth between partners. Whether you have one partner or many, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are always a possibility. If you live in or...
When you go to an urgent care facility, it means you have a problem that can’t wait. So, why undo all the good of speedy care by driving to another location and waiting in line to get your medicine? Dr. Joseph Goin and our team here at Calvary Urgent Care...
In addition to education, experience, and a pristine background check, certain jobs require a clean bill of health. Employment physicals protect you from harm on the job, ensure you’re capable of performing the tasks required, and help your employer avoid liability lawsuits. If your employer or prospective employer requires a...
Kids and adults alike should undergo a sports physical to make sure they're ready for the season. In fact, in some schools and organizations, a sports physical is required for participation, including public and private schools in Texas. That’s why Calvary Urgent Care in Humble, Texas, offers convenient, complete sports...
Extreme trauma can snap a bone with such force that it rips through your skin. The broken end protrudes past your limb and leaves no question that this is an emergency. But most broken bones are less obvious, and it takes professional medical attention and an X-ray to detect the...
When you visit us at Calvary Urgent Care in Humble, Texas, chances are you’re feeling pretty miserable. Whether you or someone you love has had an accident or is suffering from an illness that couldn’t wait days or weeks for a regular doctor appointment, you come to us when you...
Most of the time, your skin protects you from the environment, keeps bugs and bacteria at bay, and holds your insides in. But once that barrier is breached, all bets are off. Blood comes out, pathogens get in, and infection sets up shop. That’s why Joseph Goin, MD, and our...
When you drive for a living, you carry a great responsibility. Whether you’re hauling precious lives or dangerous materials, the safety of everyone on the road rides on your ability to get from point A to point B without a hitch. And if you have a medical condition that might...
Your skin takes a lot of abuse as it protects your insides from the outside world. It withstands bumps and bruises, burns and bug bites, but when you cut it open, all bets are off. That’s because the barrier has been broken and bacteria can creep in and cause infection....
Who do you go to for medical advice? Your doctor? Of course. Your chiropractor or physical therapist? Sure. Maybe even your acupuncturist. But you might be leaving one of the richest resources off that list — your pharmacist. In order to understand how all medications work, how to prevent or...
If your child has chosen to play organized sports, congratulations! They are in for a lifetime of healthy exercise and valuable life lessons. But if they’re not prepared physically for the rigors of their particular sport, they could be at risk for injuries and other health hazards. This is where...
Airline pilots, truck drivers, college athletes, forklift operators, and new employees are just a few of the people groups routinely required to undergo a drug test. If you’ve been told you need one, there’s no reason to be nervous. It typically means that your employer or coach wants to make...
At-home pregnancy tests are a great way to find out whether you’re about to be a mom. You can take the test whenever you want, wherever you want, on your own terms. You might choose to be alone, just you and your partner, or with your whole family gathered around....
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can sneak up on you. It doesn’t have early warning signs to alert you of coming danger. Most people don’t experience symptoms until the condition has progressed. You might have nosebleeds, headaches, or shortness of breath, but if you’ve reached that stage, your...
Vaccines are the best way to protect yourself and your family from getting life-threatening illnesses, and modern medicine has made many of those diseases extinct, or at least rare. But in order to stay safe, you need to make sure your immunizations are up-to-date because even adults need a booster...
STD (sexually transmitted disease) statistics are startling and should be taken as a warning to get tested. According to the American Sexual Health Association, every year around 20 million new STD cases are diagnosed in the United States. Around half of those cases are in people between the ages of...
One in 3 Americans travels during the holiday season. Whether you’re taking a winter vacation or you’re visiting family, it’s a busy time of year and there’s a good chance you’re packing your bags. But traveling can put you at risk for getting sick. Cold and flu viruses spread more...
Did you know that even if you don’t have diabetes you can have uncontrolled blood sugar that may lead to serious health complications? And for those with diabetes, the stakes are even higher. With two convenient practice locations in Cleveland and Livingston, Texas, the experienced medical team at Calvary Medical...
