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02/27/2026

Just as walking in nature has its health benefits, so too does putting your phone away and going to an art museum. Here’s how art can affect your mood, and some metro Detroit art museum you can visit right now.

Studies tout the health benefits of going to an art museum and looking at art as a drug-free way to improve your mood.

02/13/2026

It seems like a really bad idea to open your windows in the middle of winter, but it’s actually good for you. Here’s why you should consider it.

It seems like a really bad idea to open your windows in winter, but it’s actually good for you. Here’s why you should consider following the German practice of Lüften, or, in America, "house-burping".

01/19/2026

If you’re struggling to manage your blood pressure, the problem might be sitting right in your pantry. We’ve been conditioned to look for "low-fat" or "high protein" on the box, but these health claims often distract us from a dangerous reality: hidden sodium. Here are five healthy-looking foods that are secretly sabotaging your cardiovascular health and the simple swaps that will save your heart.

Some of the most popular wellness trends of 2026 are packed with hidden sodium and sugars that can sabotage your best efforts to control your high blood pressure.

12/22/2025

With the potential for bad weather, along with a higher-than-normal amount of impaired and distracted driving in the next few weeks, now is a good time a to review these safe driving tips. From all of us at IEP Urgent Care, we wish you a happy and safe holiday season, and a Happy New Year!

This season, let's commit to staying safe by being mindful of both the weather and our focus behind the wheel.

12/12/2025

Prebiotic sodas are exploding in popularity, tempting us with promises of improved gut health. They are better than full-sugar sodas and boost your fiber intake, they are also no substitute for a diet rich in whole foods, fruits, and vegetables.

Prebiotic sodas are definitely a step up from full-sugar sodas and can be a decent way to boost your fiber intake, but they're not a substitute for a diet rich in whole foods, fruits, and vegetables.

11/20/2025

With the holiday travel season upon us, chances are good that either you, or someone you love will be staying in a hotel room sometime soon. Unfortunately, that means you might encounter bed bugs. Here are some tips on how to avoid them and stay safe.

Bed bug infestations are prevalent in many hotels across the country, especially in Detroit. Here are some tips on how to avoid encounters with bed bugs, or worse, bringing them into your home after a trip.

11/02/2025

We hope everyone had a happy and safe Halloween! Congratulations to IEP Urgent Care Bighton for winning the 2025 IEP Urgent Care Halloween Decoration Contest.
At IEP Urgent Care, we go beyond traditional urgent care services by offering a timesaving and cost-effective alternative to the hospital ER. A higher standard of urgent care from ER-trained providers. Get In. Get Out. Get Well! Walk-in anytime or book online

10/22/2025

The fall colors are peaking and it’s also the peak time for your annual flu shot. IEP Urgent Care makes it easy and convenient.

The CDC recommends that everyone ages six months and older get an annual flu shot. It remains your best defense against contracting the flu virus, and it needs to be administered annually to be most effective.

10/15/2025

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Happy Halloween from the IEP Urgent Care Family! Our staff has decorated all of our IEP Urgent Care locations and now you can vote for your favorite. Check out the link above to vote, and check out photos of all the fun we had.

10/09/2025

We know you have a lot of choices when it comes to urgent care services. If you live near any of our seven offices in metro Detroit, here’s why you should consider IEP Urgent Care first.

The IEP Promise is what truly sets IEP Urgent Care apart. We promise to provide a great experience for every patient, every time.

09/22/2025

If you are sniffling more than usual right now, that’s because we are in the midst of peak ragweed season in Michigan. If you are among those who suffer from fall allergies, here are some tips to help you cope.

09/12/2025

September has been designated as Emergency Preparedness Month in Michigan. Here are some tips to help keep you and your family safe so you can be prepared for our unpredictable Michigan weather.