" It’s almost that time of year. Everywhere you go, you’ll start to notice people coughing, sneezing, and visibly looking ill. It’s not avoidable, and as temperatures begin to drop, you’ll see more and more coworkers and friends fighting off different sicknesses. Tips for Fighting Germs It’s a struggle to avoid germs, but you can certainly be doing things to prevent bugs this time of year. Here are just a few ...
" Around the end of August and throughout September, we start to see an increase in illness. Particularly, spikes in the common cold start popping up as the season’s change, and with that, so too do cases of the flu. The flu is a really tricky illness to tackle, seeing as it comes in many strains and forms. You could get the flu pretty much at any age, and even the most germ-aware people are ...
" Swimmer’s ear is an extremely common inflammatory infection of the ear canal caused by moisture or dampness within your ear. You don’t necessarily have to be a swimmer to get swimmer’s ear, you can also develop swimmer’s ear just from a routine shower. Now that summer is approaching, a lot more people will be retreating to beaches and pools to get some relief from the heat. While swimming, you should take ...
" The summer equinox, also known as the longest day of the year, was June 20, and the rest of summer is looking pretty bright. With the sun shining that much, most people will be applying more sunscreen than usual. But here at AFC Urgent Care Braintree, we know that you need just as much sunscreen on cloudy days and during the winter as you do now. Sun damage can sneak up on your skin if ...
" Dehydration tends to sneak up on you, especially during the summer. The hotter weather and higher humidity in the summer can make it hard to stay hydrated, so while your family is enjoying time outside in the summer sun, you need to keep hydration top-of-mind. This summer, AFC Urgent Care Braintree wants you to stay safe in the heat by using these tips to stay hydrated. Why Is It Important to Stay Hydrated? Proper hydration ...
" Allergies may not seem like a significant illness that needs immediate treatment, but ignoring your symptoms can have serious, long-lasting effects. If left untreated, allergies can greatly affect your quality of life; you may suffer from increased risk of health problems, decreased brain function and even mood instability. Early treatment is key to avoiding allergy-related health problems later down the road, and AFC Urgent Care Braintree has just what you need to make it through ...
" Did you know that sports injuries are some of the most common reasons for medical visits among children in middle school and high school? The Centers for Disease Control estimate that nearly 3.2 million children each year are hospitalized from sports injuries annually. In addition, over 750,000 children between the ages of 12-17 are treated in an emergency room (ER) for sports and recreation-related injuries. So what should parents do to protect their ...
" Measles is now one of the most significant health care risks for young children in the U.S as cases continue to climb. The Centers for Disease Control now estimate that nearly 704 cases of measles have been confirmed in the U.S, which is the highest amount since the disease was virtually eradicated in 2000. The main reasons that measles came back into the public eye is because a lower amount of parents decided ...
" The stomach flu is not something you want to get to start off your spring! If you have obtained the stomach flu before or not, we can all agree that nobody wants to experience having the stomach flu. AFC Urgent Care Braintree is here to educate you further on the stomach flu as well as give you tips on how to avoid the stomach flu this spring! Symptoms If you have children in school, unfortunately ...
" Booking a nice vacation out of the country can be an exciting time. When planning for a trip, you will realize that it can be quite stressful as well. There is a lot of planning that goes into a big trip, shopping, packing, organizing can all be a bit overwhelming; some people forget the most important part about preparing for a trip, travel vaccinations! Here are some symptoms you can get from not getting your ...
