Posted by on 2025-02-11
"
Red, watery, itchy eyes? Crusting around your eyelids when you wake up? Feeling under the weather with a cough or sore throat?
It might not just be allergies.
Across Las Vegas urgent cares, providers are seeing a surge in bacterial and/or viral conjunctivitis — commonly called “eye flu” or “pink eye.” These eye flu infections are not just uncomfortable — they’re highly contagious, and often a symptom of larger respiratory infections currently circulating throughout the Valley, including new COVID-19 variants, avian flu (bird flu), and Hand, Mouth, and Foot Disease (HMFD).
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the conjunctiva — the clear, protective membrane over the white of the eye and inner eyelid. It can be caused by:
π§ Viral conjunctivitis is often linked with respiratory illness (like the flu or COVID), while bacterial forms tend to have thicker discharge. If you?re experiencing symptoms alongside fever, fatigue, or sore throat, it’s best to get checked out.
π See the CDC Pink Eye Overview
π View recent updates from Southern Nevada Health District
Eye flu spreads easily in crowded, indoor spaces like:
π¬ You can get it from:
These same environments are now also reporting upticks in COVID, avian flu, and HMFD — all of which can cause red, irritated eyes as early warning signs.
Here’s what you should (and shouldn’t) do if you think you have or are trying to avoid conjunctivitis:
π’ DO:
π΄ DON’T:
The good news? Most eye flu cases resolve with simple treatment, but it’s important to rule out more serious causes or complications — especially during active respiratory outbreaks.
At Long Life Med, our Direct Primary Care (DPC) members benefit from:
βοΈ $0–$20 medication costs — not copays!
β€ Most prescriptions are included for free, or available at wholesale discounts
βοΈ Same or next-day appointments — no waiting rooms
βοΈ Extended hours, including evenings and Saturdays
βοΈ Easy access via text or phone call — some issues can be managed without visiting the clinic
βοΈ 30–90 minute appointments (not 7-minute rush visits)
βοΈ New patient visits last up to 3 hours with full labs, history, and physical exam
No insurance? No problem. Our DPC plans are simple, affordable, and eliminate the barriers of traditional care:
Primary & Urgent Care access — plus free meds & labs for common illnesses
Includes all of the Standard Plan plus Functional Medicine, extended access, and more lab testing
π‘ Members also receive steep discounts on our other services and therapies, including:
If you?re a local business owner with fewer than 50 employees, you can offer REAL healthcare (not urgent care memberships or telehealth-only gimmicks):
π Contact us to set up a custom plan for your small business team.
https://LongLifeMed.com/employers
We’re located in Silverado Ranch, Las Vegas — just minutes from South Strip, Henderson, and Green Valley.
π Open Late and Saturdays
π± Text-friendly care
π₯ Thorough, in-person diagnostics
π On-site and wholesale pharmacy options
—
Don’t ignore red eyes, crusting, or eye pain — it may be a sign of something more serious. Get seen fast, skip the urgent care chaos, and access real treatment affordably.
β‘οΈ Join or learn more:
π Call/Text: (702) 359-4510
π Visit: LongLifeMed.com
π Location: 8870 S Maryland Pkwy, Ste 115, Las Vegas, NV 89123
(corner of Pebble and Maryland in Silverado Ranch, at the boundary of Henderson and Las Vegas)
#EyeFlu #PinkEye #Conjunctivitis #LasVegasHealth #AvianFlu #BirdFlu #COVID2025 #DirectPrimaryCare #HendersonHealth #VegasParents #FunctionalMedicine #WeightLossClinic #TRT #BHRT #RedLightTherapy #IVTherapy #NoCopays
Not all fish oil is created equal—some can actually harm your health. Discover why clinical-grade Omega-3s from Long Life Med\t\t
Turning Point in Women’s Hormone Therapy: July 2025 FDA Roundtable Summary In a landmark event on July 17, 2025, the
Healthcare costs continue to skyrocket, and many Americans—especially those with no insurance—struggle to afford basic medical care. At Long Life
No paperwork, no hassle. We keep things digital and easy.
Long Life Medical, PLLC © 2024 / All Rights Reserved
"