What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers. What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...
You can very well expect health concerns when entering into the winter season. Experts suggest that the winter climate provides the perfect conditions for viruses. Airborne viruses generally have a longer lifespan in colder temperatures. Therefore, in winters, there is a much higher chance of catching a viral infection. According to experts, even touching a contaminated surface will lead to viral infection, especially in winters. Hence, taking care of hygiene and wellness is our best ...
Thanksgiving celebrations are something that families and friends look forward to each year. A time to gather, share traditions, and indulge in some delicious food! Unfortunately, thanksgiving celebrations will have to look a little different this year in order to stay covid free. This is a great resource to read detailed information on each aspect of your thanksgiving celebration, but let’s do a quick overview of the most important parts! Get Your Flu Shot ...
Traditional thanksgiving recipes are passed down from generation to generation and their delicious flavor is hard to beat, but unfortunately, those traditional recipes tend to be pretty unhealthy. High amounts of sugar, fat, sodium, and carbohydrates create a serious health risk, especially for family members with underlying health conditions. It’s hard to break away from the same dishes you’ve always made but trying something new is always fun! Give these thanksgiving recipes a ...
The temperatures are getting lower, leaves are falling, and pumpkins are being sold – all of this can only mean one thing: fall is here! This is a wonderful time of year filled with family fun and beautiful scenery. Despite how great the fall season is, it also presents a new set of health risks. Follow these tips to keep your family safe and healthy through all of the fall fun! Driving Safety During the fall ...
2020 is a year unlike any other and saying we’ve all struggled to adjust is an understatement. Things are far from normal right now but finding the “new normal” as we head into fall is important to maintaining both mental and physical health. There’s no quick fix to get back to the normal we once knew, but there’s plenty that you can do to get a little bit closer to it! Managing ...
Fall is a wonderful time to travel and enjoy relaxing activities after a busy summer. The weather is perfect, the scenery is gorgeous, and travel destinations aren’t usually too crowded. It’s no surprise that travel during the fall season of 2020 will look a little different compared to previous years. Afterall, has anything about 2020 been the same as previous years? What to Expect from Travel in 2020 Popular fall travel destinations are ...
Flu season is right around the corner and year after year health experts urge people to get their flu vaccine. Unfortunately, not everyone gets vaccinated. If you’re somebody who hasn’t gotten vaccinated in the past or if you’re on the fence about getting vaccinated, it’s important to know the facts surrounding the vaccine. The CDC has a full breakdown of the vaccine here, but let’s discuss some of the key ...
Flu season comes around every year and despite the reoccurrence, there’s still staggeringly high numbers of flu cases year after year. Experts believe that many of those cases can be avoided if patients are educated on the risks and the steps they can take to protect themselves. It may seem early to be talking about flu season, but it will be here before you know it! The Importance of the Flu Shot Getting a ...
Back to school time is usually a time filled with excitement, lots of shopping, and a little bit of nervousness. Each year brings something new and parents get to enjoy a little break while their kids get to learn and socialize. Unfortunately, school has been affected by COVID-19 just like nearly every other part of our daily lives. As the new school year is quickly approaching many parents are unsure of what to expect and ...
Scientists continue to learn new things about COVID-19 every day. This new information can drastically change how governments expect their people to take precautions. Employers need to understand the gravity of the situation. COVID-19 primarily targets people with compromised immune systems, such as the elderly or patients with chronic conditions. However, the entire world has lived through a pandemic for eight months. Employees and employers are both desperate to come back to work. Now, experts ...
At this point, it seems like we have been living in the midst of a pandemic since forever. Now that the virus is settling in, people’s mindset about the virus is changing. People are not that scared of the virus anymore. Currently, in the US, around 4 million people contracted the virus, and approximately 148,000 people have died because of the illness. However, nearly two million people have recovered from the infection. In ...
COVID-19 has many people scared and one response to the outbreak of the pandemic and the social distancing requirements involves patients deferring necessary medical care. This is a point of concern because this means that patients’ conditions would likely worsen while they choose to avoid going to the hospital from fear of exposure to COVID-19. Some patients have delayed care for reasons that stem from fear of exposure to the coronavirus to the burden of ...
Summer is the season of fun outdoor activities, beautiful sunshine and warm temperatures, and a time when families enroll their kids in summer programs to keep them busy during the school break. However, this summer around, COVID-19 is the big factor that requires you to think about how you go about spending the summer. As the spread of COVID-19 slows in many states and places of leisure have gradually reopened following weeks of stay-at-home orders ...
Telemedicine is the virtual delivery of medical care for patients through a smartphone, computer, or other internet connected device. With telemedicine, patients can get the care they need even as the COVID-19 pandemic progresses and creates more barriers for healthcare access. But many patients may not be sure what types of services telemedicine may cover. The need for telemedicine has surged in recent weeks as COVID-19 cases across the United States now eclipse 1,000 ...
The recent COVID-19 outbreak has caused mass disruption of daily life within countries around the globe. Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has been declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control. But what does that mean for you? There’s plenty of misinformation being spread online and it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re accurately informed. Let’s take a look at some of ...
" Coronavirus has been a hot topic around the globe recently after an outbreak in Wuhan, China. Many people in the United States are worried about their risk of catching the virus and wondering what they can do to prevent it. to help put minds at ease, the CDC has released answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. What is Coronavirus? Coronavirus is a virus that originated from China and is believed to have ...
Maintaining overall wellness and health should always be a priority, but for many people it isn’t. The winter is a time when illness strikes many people, both physically and mentally. Overall wellness is the best way to avoid future injuries and illnesses that could impact you in the long-term. There are steps you can take to maintain peak wellness all year round, you’ve just got to learn what they are! Below, we’ll ...
‘Tis the season for colds, the flu, and a variety of other unpleasant illnesses. Along with those illnesses often comes something called pharyngitis. Before you can manage your pharyngitis symptoms, it’s important to understand what exactly it is and what may be causing it. Getting the proper treatment is also crucial to ensure that What is Pharyngitis? Pharyngitis is a type of sore throat caused by the swelling of your mucus membranes along the ...
This is the time of year when viruses thrive the most, that’s why it’s often referred to as flu season. Flu season technically begins in October, but the illness spreads as late as early spring! When you’re battling a virus like the flu, it’s important to be able to get the care that you need when you need it. Keep reading to learn a little more about how an urgent care ...
