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...
