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For people with allergies, experiencing a sore throat is not uncommon. This can occur when the body reacts to an allergen by producing excess mucus. This additional mucus can then drip from the nose down the back of the throat, a phenomenon known as postnasal drip. This can lead to irritation, causing the throat to feel scratchy, ticklish, or painful. Usually, people mistake a sore throat caused by allergies for a symptom of a cold ...

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Back-to-school sports physicals are vital for student athletes. They ensure health and meet requirements. Urgent care clinics offer quick, comprehensive exams with convenience and confidentiality. AFC provides affordable physicals, prioritizing your child's well-being.

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The playground is filled with fun experiences as children play with their friends and families. However, anyone familiar with kids knows one cannot be too careful around them. Children are liable to fall during unstable movements or while running around.  Common Pediatric Injuries that Can Occur on the Playground Common pediatric injuries that occur on the playground include falls, fractures, sprains, cuts, bruises, and head injuries. It is essential to supervise children and ensure they ...

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Sinus infection is not a foreign illness, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), acute sinusitis affects approximately 1 in 10 adults in the United States each year. It is safe to assume that you have a sinus infection whenever you feel a pressure build up in your ear, have a runny nose, and don’t feel good generally. If it is something minor, it resolves within seven to ten days ...

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If you have an STD but haven't been sexually active, you may have contracted it through sharing needles, tattoos/piercings, blood transfusions, or other means. Some STDs are asymptomatic but can lead to serious health consequences if left untreated. AFC urgent care clinics offer confidential STD testing and treatment.

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If you have a broken bone or a fracture, urgent care may be able to help. Learn the different types of fractures (broken bones), what we treat, and when to go to the ER vs. urgent care. How Do You Know a Bone is Broken? Every year, millions of people break a bone. Broken bones typically result from a trauma like a fall, car accident, or sports injury. Medical conditions such as osteoporosis or repetitive ...

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Physical for sports exams, also known as pre-participation physical examinations (PPEs), help determine whether a person is physically fit to participate in organized sports activities. This physical exam aims to identify any possible medical conditions that could put the athlete at risk for severe injury or illness during practice or competition. Sports physicals are typically done annually, though some states may require more frequent exams based on age and the type of sport being played ...

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While it is possible to develop lower back and leg pain from COVID, there are also several other causes. As experts in urgent healthcare services, AFC in Aurora Havana indicates why you might be experiencing back pain after COVID and explains some other reasons you might have lower back pain.    Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID Lower back pain is a possible symptom of COVID-19. This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given ...

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So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Aurora Havana has answers, and treatment, for you.  Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...

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The healthcare industry has evolved to include telehealth urgent care, an innovative technology that has made it easier for people worldwide to access healthcare virtually.  This medical service offers faster urgent care visits through virtual appointments, providing services from physical exams to diagnostics, which allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, providing care, support, and information from a distance. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with mobility or transportation issues, with busy schedules ...

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