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Is Gonorrhea Curable and What Is Gonorrhea Treatment?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain a prevalent and concerning health issue in the United States, affecting millions of individuals each year. Among these infections, gonorrhea is a common and treatable bacterial STI. However, understanding gonorrhea treatment and its curability is of paramount importance for individuals who may be at risk. American Family Care (AFC) is […]

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Normal Cholesterol Levels: What Are They?

High cholesterol is a significant risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases. Left untreated, it can cause serious long-term health complications. That’s why it’s essential to maintain normal cholesterol levels.  While there are genetic components that may contribute to higher cholesterol levels, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking are

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What Services Are Provided at Family Urgent Care?

If you or a loved one has ever needed timely medical attention, you may have visited a family urgent care facility. Urgent care is a type of medical care that provides treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries when your regular provider’s office is closed or unable to provide an appointment in a timely manner. Additionally,

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Food Poisoning: When and Why to Visit Family Urgent Care

Food poisoning is an unwelcome and often unpredictable health concern that can strike when we least expect it. Defined as an illness caused by consuming contaminated food or beverages, it can manifest as various symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe gastrointestinal distress. While some cases resolve on their own with rest and hydration, there

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The Difference: Telemedicine and Telehealth Urgent Care

Telehealth urgent care and telemedicine are terms that are often used interchangeably but actually have some distinct differences. Telehealth is an umbrella term that refers to the use of technology in a variety of healthcare services, while telemedicine is a specific type of telehealth service that involves remote clinical services between a doctor and a

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Is Urgent Care More Expensive Than Primary Care?

When finding medical care, understanding the costs is crucial to deciding where to go. Is urgent care more expensive than primary care? We break down the cost differences between the two. Urgent Care vs. Primary Cost   Several factors, such as location, insurance coverage, and specific services, affect cost structures at urgent care centers and

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Is an Urgent Care Walk-In Clinic Like Going to the ER?

If you find yourself with an emergency medical condition that needs to be dealt with, it can often become an overwhelming situation. Thoughts of long waits, expensive treatments, and procedures at a hospital emergency room (ER) may cross your mind. However, the ER isn’t always your only option – have you ever considered visiting an

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I Have Throat and Ear Pain While Swallowing. What’s Causing It?

Experiencing pain in your throat and ears while swallowing? This could be a sign that you have an infection from a virus or bacteria. Other possible causes include allergies or smoking. What’s Causing the Pain? Before deciding how to treat the pain, you must understand what is causing your throat and ear pain while swallowing.

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