MIDLAND PARK, N.J. -- As children of all ages take the the playing fields this spring, it's important to take the proper steps to ensure that when the season begins their body is ready for action.For better or for worse, most youngsters spend the majority of the winter indoors. Whereas they are able to exercise freely in warmer months, the cold weather makes staying active a challenge. ...

MIDLAND PARK, N.J. -- Pollen, hay fever and grass, oh my! With warm weather rapidly descending on the Northeast, along with crocus and late afternoon sunshine comes the spring's scourge: allergies.According to statistics, more than 58 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies, which often return to the area in late winter. During the spring warm-up, many trees, grass and other ...

MIDLAND PARK, N.J. -- This winter, the weather isn't the only thing packing a punch. During the year's colder months, people's bodies tend to break down faster than when it's warm. The flu, coughs and colds all rear their heads in the winter, and even getting around in snow and ice can be dangerous.When dealing with seasonal illnesses, its always important to be aware of the germs ...

MIDLAND PARK, N.J. -- Despite this year being the 'winter that never was', don't be fooled into thinking a snow-free winter is a flu-free winter, according to doctors at The Doctor's Office Urgent Care in Midland Park."Since the flu season has arrived late this year, it is not too late to get your flu shot. If you do get the flu there is important prescription medication and ...

MIDLAND PARK, N.J. -- One of the most common questions people have when they walk into an urgent care for the first time is "What makes you different from the Emergency Room?"For some top-of-the line urgent cares, the similarities to the ER are impressive. Services such as X-rays, wound care -- stitches and staples -- EKG, abscess incision and drainage, STD testing, physicals ...