Now that the warmer weather is here and people are going to be spending more time outside it’s important to protect yourself from ticks. Tick bites can cause Lyme disease, a bacterial infection that can cause severely disabling symptoms. Every year more than 300,000 people are diagnosed with Lyme disease and that number is increasing every year. Knowing what to watch out for and how to protect yourself from tick bites is important ...

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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 Bedford 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 Bedford 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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Spring is finally here– and with the warmer weather, many people may be looking forward to taking a break from their normal routine and going on a vacation. Whether you’re taking a plane to a beach getaway or road-tripping to a hiking destination, it’s essential to prepare your body for the trip to remain in good health. In this blog, we’ll discuss some travel health tips to help get you ready for ...

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Strep throat is a common ailment that occurs when the throat is infected with bacteria. The infection affects both the throat and tonsils and causes a persistent sore throat that can linger for weeks. While strep throat can be uncomfortable and disruptive to your daily life, there are effective treatment options to clear the infection. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with strep throat, it’s important to monitor the symptoms to ...

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Urgent care providers offer convenient, time-saving alternatives to visiting an emergency room for minor, non-life-threatening medical conditions. These healthcare centers typically have shorter wait times and offer services like X-rays, urgent treatment of colds and flu, sprains, strains, and fractures, on-site lab tests, and physicals. Urgent care centers provide efficient diagnoses of various health problems, ranging from minor to severe. Some are also equipped with on-site lab testing capabilities so that patients can get results ...

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Getting yourself tested for COVID-19 is one of the best steps you can take to help curb the spread of the virus. There are two different types of test one can use for covid. Both tests are very effective and yield good results. In this article we will discuss both testing methods and look at the pros and cons of each. For more information about testing and for same-day COVID-19 services, visit the walk-in clinic ...

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It is required that every child under the age of eighteen receive an annual physical check-up in a registered facility. Unfortunately as one grows older, the demands and hardship of day to day life often leads to missed appointments with the doctor. Adults need to get their physicals checked as much as children, maybe even more. In this article we will discuss the benefits of getting a physical examination done, what it entails and how ...

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A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is a frustrating ailment that causes a runny nose, congestion, swollen and/or itching eyes, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms. While there isn’t necessarily a quick sinus infection cure, there are certainly ways that you can ease your discomfort and speed up your recovery.  If you’re suffering from sinusitis, know that you aren’t alone; approximately 90% of patients with colds have an element of viral ...

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