The thyroid gland is important for the body’s hormonal regulation. MainStreet Family Care is here to inform you on all aspects of the thyroid, including functions, diseases and dysfunctions, treatments, and prevention methods. Thyroid Function and Location The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the throat. The pituitary gland is responsible for enacting thyroid… Read more »
What Are Thyroid Issues? Many people in the United States suffer from thyroid issues and thyroid disease each year. MainStreet Family Care is here to educate you on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment methods! What Is The Thyroid? The thyroid gland is located in the neck and is responsible for producing hormones such as… Read more »
Many people are affected by high cholesterol every year. MainStreet Family Care is here to tell you about the causes, diagnosis, treatment methods, complications, and prevention of this chronic disease. What Causes High Cholesterol? High Cholesterol happens when a person’s blood flow is blocked by fatty deposits of cholesterol in the blood vessels. This condition… Read more »
The Hepatitis B Vaccine may be difficult to understand at first. MainStreet Family Care is here to clear up all your curiosities about this vaccine! What Is Hepatitis B? To fully understand the Hepatitis B Vaccine, you must first grasp the idea of what the disease Hepatitis B is. The hepatitis b virus causes Hepatitis… Read more »
Looking for a new urgent care center? MainStreet Family Care is here to tell you the 3 must-haves for most any urgent care clinic. What Is Urgent Care? Urgent care caters to a variety of minor medical needs. Regardless if you have a migraine or a nasty stomach virus, urgent care facilities are equipped to… Read more »
Understanding the difference between RSV symptoms and symptoms of other illnesses can be tricky, especially during peak infection seasons. MainStreet Family Care is here to educate you on these symptoms as well as RSV treatment, diagnosis, and prevention methods. What Is RSV? Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a highly contagious respiratory illness. This virus specifically… Read more »
Do you know how the flu is tested and treated? MainStreet Family Care is here to educate you on all things flu testing, treatment, and prevention. Influenza Variants There are several influenza viruses that affect millions of people each year. The two most common flu viruses are Type A and Type B, however many people… Read more »
MainStreet in Athens, Georgia is now open! We are so excited to be a part of this community and provide quality care to Athens. We extend a huge thank you for being so welcoming! Below are some answers to our frequently asked questions: What Are Your Hours? MainStreet is open late, seven days a week!… Read more »
MainStreet Family Care is proud to announce our clinic in Havelock, North Carolina is now open! We are so excited to begin seeing patients and serving this community. Thank you all for welcoming us! You can find the answers to our most frequently asked questions below. How Do I Schedule An Appointment? No appointments are… Read more »
The Department of Transportation (DOT) oversees regulations involving commercial drivers, logistics operators, and other related occupations. Their goal is to ensure a safe operating environment for drivers and carriers and the general public with which they share the road. To maintain these high standards, the DOT—specifically, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)— requires that… Read more »
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