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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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Local urgent care centers in Beverly, or family walk-in clinics, offer patients convenient and affordable urgent healthcare services. When you visit a family walk-in clinic, you can expect quick, quality care at a fraction of the cost of your local emergency room.  Emergency rooms tend to be very busy and crowded and are associated with longer waiting times and higher fees. By going to a walk-in doctor’s office for a non-life-threatening illness or injury ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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