" The internet has opened a whole new world of communication and information sharing. The instant access to share information with your friends and family is a great advancement, but it can become dangerous before you know it. When shaky medical information is shared by patients online, everyone who reads it is put at risk. What is Shaky Medical Information? First and foremost, you must be able to understand what shaky medical information is. Reliable medical ...
" The warm weather has finally arrived and it brought plenty of pollen along with it! That pollen doesn’t affect some people at all, but for the rest of you unlucky allergy sufferers, it can make the summer months miserable. There are steps you can take to enjoy your summer and keep your pollen allergies on the back burner. Want to manage your pollen allergies? – Follow these simple steps! Know your Trigger If you suspect ...
" Summertime is usually a call for parents to get their kids out of the house and into the sun for play! While the warmer temperatures are pleasant, they also come along with some invisible risks. Did you know that 15 minutes outside is all it takes for sun damage to occur? In those 15 minutes, even on a cloudy or overcast day, your child could be suffering from harmful UV damage. However, just follow these ...
" Travel vaccinations help to ensure that you, and your family members, are efficiently protected from all airborne illnesses and viruses during international travel. But many families don’t fully understand why travel vaccines are necessary, the diseases they protect from specifically, and the process on how to get family members an updated travel vaccine. That is why AFC Urgent Care Bedford is here to ensure that you know everything about travel vaccines and why you ...
" Millions of children in elementary school, middle school, and high school play school sanctioned sports every year, which presents the possible risks of sports injuries. The Centers for Disease Control estimate that nearly 3.2 million school-aged children go to the emergency room to treat sports injuries every year. Additionally, collision and contact sports including football, soccer, and basketball account for 80 percent of all sports injuries. Even though school sports present injury risks they ...
" Seasonal allergies are very common for both children and adults in the United States. According to the CDC, more than 24 million people in the U.S suffer from seasonal allergies. As the spring season begins to peak, seasonal allergies like hay fever are likely to become more cumbersome for patients. During the spring and early summer, dry and windy air is more likely to spread out common allergy trigger much further including pollen, dust ...
" According to the CDC, there are over 2.6 million cases of gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) annually in the U.S. STD testing is an important medical service that most adults should participate in multiple times during their life. Getting a screening is key for detecting these conditions early and trying to coordination treatment as soon as possible. However, the direct health benefits are not always clear about getting ...
" Fitness is more than just a social media fad or a way to improve your looks. A carefully planned fitness regime is a great way to improve your overall health. The most significant health benefits of a fitness routine include improved heart health, lowered obesity, increased energy, increased strength and endurance, and ultimately a longer and healthier life. However, beginning a new fitness routine may not be easy. Fitness beginners or those who struggle to ...
" At AFC Bedford, we strive to do everything in our power to keep you and your family healthy and safe. Besides providing high-quality and affordable urgent care services, we also are here to educate you on the latest public health updates happening across Massachusetts. The winter in Massachusetts has become increasingly flu-heavy as flu cases are growing rapidly in many parts of the state. Make sure you get your flu shot and practice good hygiene ...
" February is American Heart Month and is the perfect time for friends, family, medical communities, and other groups to promote awareness of cardiac health risks, including heart disease. According to the CDC, nearly one in three Americans has high blood cholesterol that increases their risk of developing chronic heart disease later on in life. While the CDC is helping to educate the public on the risks of high blood cholesterol, patients can make sure they ...
