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Community is at the Heart of Midwest Express Clinic
Community is at the Heart of Midwest Express Clinic Whether it’s partnering with youth athletics programs or hosting food drives for local charities, Midwest Express Clinic prides itself on its dedication to community involvement in the Northwest Indiana and...
What to Know About Norovirus
What to Know About Norovirus Commonly referred to as the stomach bug or stomach flu, norovirus is a highly contagious infection that affects the gastrointestinal system and causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and other symptoms. It is estimated that 1 in 15 people will...
What to Expect During a Wellness Exam
What to Expect During a Wellness Exam There’s only so much you can do on your own to stay healthy and disease-free. That’s why annual wellness checkups are so important. These exams give you an accurate look at your current health and offer an opportunity to analyze...
Defeat Diabetes Month: What You Need to Know About Diabetes
Defeat Diabetes Month: What You Need to Know About Diabetes Diabetes affects over 37 million people in the U.S. and an estimated 1 in 5 of them don’t know that they have it, according to the American Diabetes Association. To spread awareness and encourage the public...
Top 3 Health Benefits of Botox
Top 3 Health Benefits of Botox Whether you’re looking to reduce wrinkles and frown lines or you’re searching for effective migraine prevention, look no further than Botox Cosmetic. This FDA-approved treatment not only helps reduce crow’s feet and frown lines in...
How to Protect Your Eyes Against Digital Eye Strain
How to Protect Your Eyes Against Digital Eye Strain Whether on a phone, laptop or TV, it’s estimated that Americans spend five hours or more each day looking at a digital screen. Excessive screen time can cause digital eye strain, a group of eye and vision-related...
Everything You Need To Know About Insulin Resistance
Everything You Need To Know About Insulin Resistance Insulin resistance, also known as metabolic syndrome, affects nearly 1 in 3 Americans, according to recent studies. Many people are likely to experience symptoms of insulin resistance without being aware they have...
Parasite Cleanses Are Trendy – But Are They Safe?
Parasite Cleanses Are Trendy - But Are They Safe? If you’ve spent any time on TikTok in the last year, odds are you’ve seen the hashtag #parasitecleanse in your video feed. The topic of parasite cleanses has racked up nearly 300 million views on TikTok, with an army...
Boost Your Heart Health with these Simple Lifestyle Changes
Boost Your Heart Health with these Simple Lifestyle Changes Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a heart attack. While this statistic is alarming, it should come as no surprise given that heart disease is the leading cause of death in Americans. The good...
What to Know About STD testing
What to Know About STD testing With its Valentine’s Day cards and heart-shaped candies, February is all about showing love to those closest to you. And what better way to show love to a significant other than to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases? STDs —...
3 Ways to Heal your Gut Naturally
3 Ways to Heal your Gut Naturally The gastrointestinal tract, also known as the gut, is an essential body system that starts in the mouth and runs through the body to the anus. The GI tract includes digestive organs such as the stomach, esophagus and intestines, which...
Did You Know? MEC is here for all of your healthcare needs!
Did You Know? MEC is here for all your healthcare needs! For all your urgent care needs, Midwest Express Clinic is your family’s first choice for convenient and affordable healthcare! Did you know we also offer a variety of other services? Get seen by a professional...