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What Is Hyperventilation Syndrome?

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 tells us about hyperventilation syndrome and explains that it happens when a patient breathes too quickly and too much. This causes an imbalance in the carbon dioxide and oxygen in the blood.

What Is Viral Pneumonia?

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 talks about pneumonia, and he explains that like bacterial pneumonia, viral pneumonia is an infection in the lungs. These infections are often made more serious in people with compromised immune systems.

Hearing Protection and Hearing Loss

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 shares about the importance of hearing protection in preventing hearing loss and explains that loud noise, like at a concert or lawn mower, can damage your ears. This is why it's important to protect your hearing in these settings.

What Is the Best Way to Handle a Toothache?

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 talks about toothaches and notes that if you have a toothache, you can take some medicine to dull the pain. But you should also see your dentist right away so they can diagnose and fix the problem.

What Is the Industrial Medical Complex

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 talks about the industrial medical complex, the term for the large, corporate medical system. And he explains how well that system is doing (or not doing) at giving you better, more affordable care.

What Do I Do if My Tooth Gets Knocked Out

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 shares what to do if your tooth gets knocked out and explains how to handle the tooth, how to wash it properly, and how to put it back in your mouth. He also stresses the importance of going to an emergency dentist.

Welcome to the Urgent Care 24/7 Channel

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 welcomes you to the channel. It's a place for answering your medical questions, from a licensed and experienced medical doctor. Life Is 24/7 and So Are We.

What to Know About Pet Safety and Children

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 explains that situations where the animal is startled are to be avoided when you're concerned about pets and the safety of children. This means the child shouldn't tug the animal's ears too hard or scare it awake.

What to Do If You Have a Sprained Ankle

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 explains that if you get a sprained ankle, you should rest and ice your ankle. But he also notes that you need to be seen by a doctor because you may have a fracture that needs treatment.

When to Go to the ER

Dr. Jerry Williams of Urgent Care 24/7 says if there's any question of loss of limb or life, get to the ER immediately He also says If you have a life-threatening illness or injury, call 911 and go to the ER.