Cold & Flu Treatment Online — Virtual Urgent Care / Online Urgent Care in Texas

Fever, cough, body aches? Get fast cold and flu telehealth care from Texas-licensed online urgent care doctors. We evaluate symptoms, recommend testing when needed, and prescribe antivirals or symptom relief—without the waiting room.

Online Doctor for Cold & Flu — What We Can Do via Tele Urgent Care

  • Same-day virtual evaluation for fever, cough, sore throat, congestion, fatigue
  • Flu testing guidance and timing (best within 48 hours of symptoms)
  • Antiviral prescriptions when indicated (e.g., oseltamivir)
  • Return-to-work/school guidance and isolation tips
  • Symptom relief plan: fever reducers, hydration, cough support
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Cold & Flu Symptoms & When to Get Virtual Care

Common Symptoms

  • Fever, chills, sweats
  • Cough, sore throat, runny/stuffy nose
  • Body aches, fatigue, headache
  • Loss of appetite

Get Care If

  • Symptoms start < 48 hours (antivirals may help)
  • High risk (asthma/COPD, heart disease, diabetes, pregnancy)
  • Fever > 101.5°F for > 3 days
  • Severe sore throat, ear pain, or sinus pain

Insurance & Self-Pay Pricing

Lifeline Urgent Care puts secure virtual video visits at the top, making diagnosis and treatment easier from your location—home, work, school, or injury scenes. We accept insurance-covered or billable urgent care encounters for common illnesses and injuries where benefits apply. Same-day video or walk-in clinic visits welcome. No referral required.

Most Texas insurance plans accepted. No insurance? Our self-pay virtual urgent care rates keep care affordable.

How a Virtual Urgent Care Visit Works

  1. Book online for a same-day tele urgent care appointment.
  2. Video visit with a Texas-licensed online doctor to review symptoms and history.
  3. Treatment plan — prescriptions, home care, and testing orders when needed.
  4. Follow-up support — message us if you’re not improving.

When You Should Be Seen In Person or Go to the ER

Shortness of breath, chest pain, confusion, persistent high fever, dehydration, or worsening symptoms in high-risk patients need urgent in-person evaluation. Call 911 for life-threatening symptoms.

Texas Coverage — Virtual Care in 4 Major Metros (100-Mile Radius Each)

We provide online care across Texas with metro-centered 100-mile service areas.

Houston 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Harris County: Houston, Bellaire, West University Place, Southside Place, Pasadena, Baytown, Deer Park, La Porte, Seabrook, Shoreacres, El Lago, Taylor Lake Village, Galena Park, Jacinto City, South Houston, Humble, Atascocita, Kingwood, Spring, Aldine, Greenspoint, Northshore, Channelview, Cloverleaf, Crosby, Highlands, Barrett, Sheldon, Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Willowbrook, Champions, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Meyerland, Memorial, Galleria/Uptown, Midtown, Heights, Montrose, Clear Lake, Nassau Bay, Webster.

Fort Bend County: Sugar Land, Missouri City, Stafford, Richmond, Rosenberg, Fulshear, Simonton, Meadows Place, Arcola, Fresno, Sienna, New Territory, Greatwood, Pecan Grove, Cinco Ranch, Mission Bend, Thompsons, Needville, Beasley, Fairchilds, Pleak, Orchard.

Montgomery County: The Woodlands, Conroe, Montgomery, Magnolia, Pinehurst, Willis, Shenandoah, Oak Ridge North, Panorama Village, Porter, New Caney, Splendora, Roman Forest, Cut and Shoot, Woodbranch.

Brazoria County: Pearland, Manvel, Iowa Colony, Alvin, Angleton, Lake Jackson, Clute, Freeport, Danbury, Brazoria, West Columbia, Sweeny, Surfside Beach, Holiday Lakes, Oyster Creek, Richwood.

Galveston County: League City, Texas City, Galveston, Friendswood, Dickinson, Santa Fe, La Marque, Hitchcock, Kemah, Clear Lake Shores, Bacliff, San Leon, Tiki Island, Jamaica Beach.

Waller, Liberty, Chambers, Austin, Washington, Wharton, Matagorda, Jefferson, Brazos (edge): Katy, Brookshire, Waller, Prairie View, Hempstead, Hockley, Liberty, Dayton, Cleveland, Mont Belvieu, Anahuac, Winnie, Sealy, Bellville, Brenham, Wharton, El Campo, Bay City, Beaumont, Port Arthur, College Station, Bryan.

Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Dallas County: Dallas, Richardson, Garland, Mesquite, Rowlett, Sachse, Sunnyvale, Balch Springs, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell (part), Carrollton (part), Irving, Grand Prairie (part), DeSoto, Duncanville, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Seagoville, Highland Park, University Park.

Tarrant County: Fort Worth, Arlington, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills, Keller (part), Southlake (part), Colleyville (part), Grapevine (part), Haltom City, Richland Hills, Saginaw, Lake Worth, Benbrook, Crowley, Mansfield (part), Forest Hill, White Settlement, Azle (part), Haslet (part), Blue Mound, River Oaks, Everman.

Collin County: Plano, McKinney, Frisco (part), Allen, Wylie (part), Murphy, Parker, Lucas, Fairview, Prosper (part), Celina (part), Princeton, Anna, Melissa, Lowry Crossing, Nevada, Josephine, Blue Ridge, New Hope.

Denton County: Denton, Lewisville, Flower Mound (part), Highland Village, The Colony, Little Elm, Corinth, Lake Dallas, Hickory Creek, Argyle, Roanoke, Trophy Club, Northlake, Justin, Sanger, Krum, Krugerville, Shady Shores, Double Oak, Copper Canyon, Lantana, Aubrey.

Rockwall, Kaufman, Ellis, Johnson, Parker, Wise, Hunt, Hood (edges): Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City (part), Forney, Terrell, Kaufman, Waxahachie, Midlothian, Burleson (part), Weatherford, Aledo, Decatur, Bridgeport, Greenville, Granbury, Sherman (Grayson), Gainesville (Cooke).

Austin 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Travis County: Austin, West Lake Hills, Rollingwood, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Manor, Del Valle, Lago Vista, Jonestown, Sunset Valley, Creedmoor, Webberville, Hornsby Bend.

Williamson County: Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Liberty Hill, Hutto, Taylor, Jarrell, Florence, Andice, Granger, Weir.

Hays County: San Marcos, Buda, Kyle, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Mountain City, Niederwald (part), Uhland (part), Woodcreek.

Bastrop, Caldwell, Burnet, Llano, Blanco, Milam, Lee (edges): Bastrop, Elgin (part), Smithville, Lockhart, Luling, Marble Falls, Burnet, Horseshoe Bay (part), Blanco, Johnson City, Temple, Belton, Giddings, Rockdale.

San Antonio 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Bexar County: San Antonio, Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, Castle Hills, Shavano Park, Leon Valley, Balcones Heights, Helotes, Stone Oak/Leon Springs, Converse, Universal City, Live Oak, Selma, Windcrest, Kirby, Garden Ridge (part), China Grove.

Comal & Guadalupe: New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Schertz, Cibolo, Seguin, Marion, Santa Clara, McQueeney.

Kendall, Medina, Wilson, Atascosa, Bandera (edges): Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch (part), Castroville, Hondo, LaCoste, Pleasanton, Jourdanton, Poteet, Floresville, La Vernia, Stockdale, Bandera, Lakehills, Pipe Creek, Kerrville (Kerr edge).

Cold & Flu Telehealth — FAQs

Can an online doctor prescribe flu antivirals?

Yes—if indicated and within the recommended time window from symptom onset.

Do I need a flu test first?

Not always. Testing is recommended in some cases; we’ll advise based on your symptoms and risk factors.

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