A Healthy and Happy Thanksgiving from Expedite Urgent Care
Thanksgiving is a time for family, reflection, and good food shared with loved ones. The holiday season also marks the start of colder weather and busy schedules, which can make health and safety easy to overlook. At Expedite Urgent Care, we want our community to enjoy the holiday while staying healthy and prepared.
Staying Healthy During the Holiday Season
As temperatures drop and more people gather indoors, illnesses like colds, flu, RSV, strep, and COVID tend to spread more quickly. If you or a family member starts to feel sick, you can walk into our clinic without an appointment. Our team provides fast, efficient care so you can get treatment and return to your holiday plans sooner.
Thanksgiving Safety Tips to Remember
A few simple steps can help you avoid common holiday mishaps.
First, practice safe food handling.
- Keep raw turkey separate from other foods.
- Cook poultry to the proper internal temperature.
- Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of serving.
Thanksgiving also keeps kitchens busy, so stay alert while cooking. Keep oven mitts, towels, and other flammable items away from heat sources, and try not to leave food unattended. A few extra seconds of caution can prevent burns and kitchen accidents.
If you have guests, think about possible food allergies. Keeping ingredient lists nearby helps prevent reactions and makes everyone feel comfortable and included.
Many people will travel for the holiday, so plan for extra time on the road. Wear seat belts, avoid distractions, and stay aware of changing traffic conditions.
We’re Here If You Need Us
Even with preparation, unexpected illnesses and injuries can still happen. If they do, Expedite Urgent Care is ready to help. We offer treatment for sprains, minor burns, seasonal illnesses, and more. Our goal is to keep you healthy and back to enjoying Thanksgiving as soon as possible.
Happy Thanksgiving from our team to yours!
Expedite Urgent Care
135 W Shaw #102 Fresno, CA 93704
(559) 426-8650
Monday-Sunday | 9am-9pm