Coronavirus updates
Understanding And Responding To The BA.2.86 (Pirola) COVID-19 Variant
In the ever-evolving landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers like us here at TGH Urgent Care continually adapt to emerging challenges. The emergence of new variants, such as BA.2.86, nicknamed Pirola, has prompted renewed attention and vigilance. In this…
Familiarize Yourself With COVID Symptoms For The Upcoming Fall Season
Key Insights by TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track: Anticipate an increase in COVID cases, hospitalizations, and fatalities during the fall and winter. COVID symptoms continue to vary in severity, with common signs including a sore throat, fever, and…
What Is Long COVID?
By the close of February 2022, almost 60% of the U.S. population had developed SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, indicating prior infection with COVID-19. For individuals who recover, SARS-CoV-2 presents significant enduring physical and mental challenges. According to the Centers for Disease Control…
How Does Paxlovid Work? (Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir)
Paxlovid (nirmatrelvir/ritonavir) is a prescribed antiviral medication administered orally, designed to combat the symptoms of COVID-19, a viral respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It’s a branded medication that combines two antiviral drugs, namely nirmatrelvir and ritonavir. Paxlovid is…
COVID-19 And Erectile Dysfunction: What Do Recent Studies Reveal?
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected millions of people worldwide, causing a wide range of health problems, including respiratory issues, fever, fatigue, and loss of taste or smell. However, recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may also be linked to sexual…