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Primary Care Vs. Urgent Care: What’s the Difference?

April 6, 2021

Have you ever needed immediate medical care for something but weren’t sure where to go? Should you go to your primary care doctor? An urgent

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Walk your Way to Better Health in 2021

April 4, 2021

According to the CDC, it is recommended that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity each week. Walking is a great

A person in winter attire applies sunscreen to their face while standing in a snowy mountain landscape, ensuring they stay safe until reaching the medical center or urgent care if needed.

The Importance of Sun Protection Even in the Winter

February 22, 2021

We know that many people associate sunscreen with hot, sunny, summer weather. While sunscreen is definitely important during that time of year, it’s equally important

A woman is on the phone with two children around her; one child is brushing her hair with a toy, and the other plays with a kitten on the table near a computer, while she arranges an appointment at the urgent care center.

Tips for Managing Stress

February 15, 2021

Stress is the body’s response to physical, mental, or emotional pressure. Stress causes chemical changes in the body that can raise blood pressure, heart rate,

A woman holding a clipboard stands while two women sit on chairs in a medical center. One woman holds a baby who is reaching towards the other woman. Sunlight filters through glass blocks in the background, adding warmth to the urgent care setting.

What is the Cost of Opening an Urgent Care Clinic with AFC?

February 6, 2021

In some areas of the country, the weather outside is still frightful and the result is dry, itchy, irritated skin. There are many causes of

A smiling elderly woman in a wheelchair is outdoors, engaging in conversation with a healthcare worker in a blue uniform from the nearby urgent care.

Telehealth Statistics, Demand and Profitability: Five Year Outlook

February 6, 2021

Person in a white short-sleeved shirt scratching their irritated, red forearm with their other hand, contemplating whether to visit the medical center.

Simple Tips for your Winter Skin Woes

February 1, 2021

In some areas of the country, the weather outside is still frightful and the result is dry, itchy, irritated skin. There are many causes of

A person, fork in hand, eats a bowl of salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and other vegetables on a wooden table while using a smartphone displaying a calorie tracking app—reminiscent of tools found in medical centers or urgent care facilities.

Eat your Way to Better Health in 2021

January 19, 2021

Whether or not you’ve made a resolution or set an actual goal, many adults vow at the start of a new year to make some

A person wearing a red coat and black gloves is smiling while catching falling snow with their hands raised in the air, reminiscent of the joy felt after a quick visit to an urgent care walk-in clinic.

5 Tips for Winter Wellness

January 19, 2021

The hustle and bustle of the holidays is behind us and it’s the time of year when we all are just trying to stay warm!

A medical illustration shows a highlighted thyroid gland in red within the human neck, emphasizing its location and structure, perfectly capturing what might be discussed during a visit to an urgent care clinic.

Thyroid Awareness Q&A

January 11, 2021

Did you know that an estimated 20 million Americans have a thyroid condition and that 60% of them are unaware of their condition? The thyroid

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