When you’re healthy, shortness of breath may be linked to something as simple as physical deconditioning. It can also be a sign of serious conditions such as asthma. Read how our medical experts help identify the cause of your shortness of breath.
Led by board-certified internist and emergency medicine expert Dr. Nabil Salib, the specialty team at MyDoc Urgent Care is committed to providing the highest quality medical care available to residents of all ages in and around the New York communities of Forest Hills and East Meadow.
Here at MyDoc, we offer comprehensive testing and treatment for allergies, asthma, sports injuries, and other non life-threatening medical needs. Our patient-focused services also include routine care such as school, DOT, and annual wellness exams.
As part of our ongoing commitment to your health, we’re happy to provide the latest medical information and guidance available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding COVID-19.
For most people, COVID-19 causes a mild respiratory illness. For a lucky few, the symptoms may be so minor they don’t even realize they’ve contracted the virus.
However, COVID-19 can cause severe and even life-threatening illness for certain segments of our population, including older adults and those of any age who have pre-existing medical conditions, including:
According to recent data published by the CDC in December 2020, persons with Down syndrome are also at increased risk of developing severe illness with COVID-19.
COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory virus, but you can take practical steps to help decrease your risk of contracting or spreading the illness until vaccines are widely available.
These simple CDC guidelines include:
We also recommend you stay home when you’re sick and call your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms of COVID-19.
Symptoms of COVID-19 may include:
Note that COVID-19 symptoms may worsen dramatically several days into the illness and in that case are considered an emergency.
In general, we recommend you call 911 or seek immediate medical care for:
As part of our commitment to our New York communities, we offer antibody testing for COVID-19 at our MyDoc facilities. Please call the office for further details about this service.
For top-level medical care that’s delivered in a family-friendly environment, call to schedule a visit, request an appointment online, or drop by MyDoc Urgent Care today. We’re here to help!
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