" Eating fresh produce is always a good idea when it comes to your health, but eating in-season fruits and vegetables can be even more beneficial for your well-being. A diet rich in produce can help reduce the risk of diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease and even some forms of cancer. By eating seasonally, you’ll get the full nutritional value of the produce and ingest less chemicals, all while saving money and ...
" As a parent, you are the first person your child looks to when they get hurt of if they’re coming down with a cold. Even though you can’t always protect them from the world, there are a few ways you can make sure they that stay in good health. Here are five ways you can make sure they stay in tip-top shape. Skipping the junk food: What looks good and tastes good may ...
" August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), and AFC Urgent Care Arlington would like to encourage you to stop in for a hassle-free checkup to ensure you and your family are up to date on your vaccinations. Immunizations are important for people of all ages and help prevent countless, often deadly, diseases. Vaccines are administered to stimulate your immune system so should you come in contact with that disease, your body is better prepared to ...
" While you’re having your fun in the sun this summer, are you staying safe in the heat? Summer weather and more outdoor activities means there’s a higher risk of injury from things like sun exposure, dangerous insects, heat injury and more. Make sure you’re prepared for your summer fun by stocking up on these essential items that will keep you safe all summer long: Sunscreen When heading outside this summer, it’s ...
" After being cooped up in the house all winter, it’s only natural to want to get outside with family and friends and enjoy some outdoor recreation. That usually means a tasty meal cooked on an outdoor grill with plenty of cool drinks to wash it all down. As carefree as it might sound, it’s not without a few risks. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 16,600 patients sought emergency room ...
" Spring is a beautiful time of year, with trees and flowers starting to bloom. But it can be a miserable time of year for people with allergies. You know all too well the sniffling and sneezing that comes with the season. You also know that you can find relief thanks to the doctors at AFC Urgent Care. Imagine being able to stop allergies in children before they even develop. Here are some things to consider ...
" Summertime – the kids are home with loads of free time! They may feel inclined to relax on the couch until school starts up again in the fall, but don’t let them miss out on the lively energy of those summer months. AFC Urgent Care Arlington encourages parents and kids to take advantage of the beautiful weather and spend some time getting active this summer. Here are several healthy activities that you and your little ...
" Every June, Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday. June is also Men’s Health Month, which strives to raise awareness concerning the health issues that men suffer from at a higher rate than women. On average, men live an average of five years less than women. Although many factors contribute to this disparity in life expectancy, the fact remains that women visit their primary care physician two times more than men. Regularly visiting ...
" June is National Men’s Health Month, but are men taking their health seriously enough? Surveys show they might not be. A recent survey by the Cleveland Clinic found that more than half of American men don’t go for an annual physical, which can lead to serious health problems. And their reasons for avoiding the doctor? Among other reasons, many men say they are simply too busy. Top Five Reasons Men Avoid the Doctor ...
" Each year, the Urgent Care Association of America recognizes May as National Urgent Care Awareness Month. What National Urgent Care Awareness Month celebrates is the importance of urgent care in the community and the hard work that urgent care medical providers contribute to society every day. Here at AFC Urgent Care Arlington, since we opened in July 2016, we’ve established ourselves as the go-to destination for walk-in medical care for the community of Arlington ...
