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 Boulder, 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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As we near the end of February, one thing is at the front of many college students’ minds: spring break. A true hallmark of the college experience, spring break offers a lot of exciting opportunities to travel with your friends and make lasting memories post-graduation. However, with all of the fun that spring break has to offer, it’s equally important to prioritize your health and well-being. Unfortunately, traveling can bring about the opportunity for ...

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common ailment that affects both children and adults with symptoms similar to a common cold. Although the symptoms may be moderately uncomfortable and pass on their own within a week to two weeks, it’s important to be aware of how RSV can affect people differently and when the symptoms peak. This blog will answer a few frequently asked questions about RSV and outline when it may be important ...

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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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