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What Are the Bumps in the Back of My Throat?

March 1, 2024

If you've noticed red bumps in the back of your throat, you may be experiencing cobblestone throat or tonsillitis. Cobblestone throat is caused by enlarged lymphatic tissue in the adenoids or tonsils, often due to postnasal drip or pharyngitis. Tonsillitis is an infection or inflammation of the tonsils, usually caused by bacterial or viral infections.

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Heart-Healthy Foods You Should Be Eating in 2024

February 14, 2024

While there are many factors to eating a healthy diet, including heart-healthy foods is a great way to improve your overall health. Fruits and vegetables rich in healthy nutrients can lower your chances of getting heart disease and improve your blood circulation. This article focuses on foods that are known to improve your heart health by reducing inflammation and decreasing your risk for plaque build-up. For health and wellness guidance, visit AFC Urgent Care Braintree ...

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Early Warning Signs of Norovirus

February 14, 2024

While being sick is never fun, having an illness like norovirus, also called the stomach bug, can cause you to be bedridden. Alleviating the spread of norovirus and receiving assistance promptly calls for knowing the symptoms and early warning signs. Understanding how it disseminates, particularly in crowded environments, informs you of what to do in public gatherings. This blog post covers symptoms and strategies for preventing norovirus. If you’re experiencing symptoms of the stomach ...

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Is the Stomach Bug Contagious?

January 18, 2024

Norovirus infections, often referred to as ‘the stomach bug’, can cause a variety of unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms. If you’re wondering whether your symptoms could be caused by the stomach bug, or curious to know whether you can catch the stomach bug from others, continue reading. Visit AFC Urgent Care Braintree for walk-in illness diagnosis and treatment in Braintree, MA. Causes & Symptoms of The Stomach Bug Illnesses that affect the stomach can be difficult to ...

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Can Sinus Infections Cause Headaches?

January 18, 2024

Sinus infections can happen due to a variety of different conditions including illnesses and exposure to environmental irritants. They can cause severe discomfort and be long-lasting or even chronic. Learn about the early warning signs of sinus infections so that you can get medical treatment early. Visit AFC Urgent Care Braintree for same-day sinus infection diagnosis and treatment in Braintree, MA. Why Do Sinus Infections Happen? Sinus infections can be caused by a variety of ...

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Why Do I Have a Fever?

December 29, 2023

With winter here already, it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly why you are experiencing illness symptoms. Is it the weather? Is it the flu? Most of the time, common winter illnesses share symptoms which can make it difficult to identify what is causing your symptoms. If you’re suffering from a fever, get same-day illness diagnosis and treatment by visiting AFC Urgent Care Braintree. Common Causes Of A Fever If you’re suffering from ...

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How Long Does RSV Last in Adults?

December 29, 2023

RSV is an upper respiratory infection that primarily affects infants, but can infect anyone. The RSV vaccine is not widely available for healthy adults due to most cases of infection bringing mild symptoms. Like many illnesses, RSV is very contagious. Infections such as RSV tend to spread quicker during the winter months. Learn about what to do if you’re suffering from RSV symptoms, including how long RSV symptoms last. Causes & Symptoms of RSV RSV ...

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Is There a Difference Between Telemedicine and Telehealth Urgent Care?

December 18, 2023

Telehealth is a broad term for tech-enabled healthcare services, while telemedicine specifically refers to remote medical services via video or other technology. Telehealth aims to improve healthcare access by meeting people where they are, while telemedicine focuses on remote diagnosis and treatment. Telehealth is becoming increasingly important in healthcare, offering convenience, cost-effectiveness, and improved access for vulnerable populations.

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Food Poisoning: When and Why to Visit AFC Braintree MA

December 18, 2023

Food poisoning symptoms range from mild to severe. While rest and hydration often help, urgent care is needed for persistent vomiting/diarrhea, severe pain, high fever, dehydration, or if you're in a high-risk group. Ignoring symptoms can lead to complications.

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What is a DOT Physical? Requirements & What to Expect

December 17, 2023

There are nearly 3.4 million truck drivers in the United States, according to a 2020 survey by the American Trucking Associations. Most truck drivers must pass a Department of Transportation Physical (DOT Physical) to keep a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL). If you’re wondering what a DOT physical is, here’s what to expect during one. Understanding What a DOT Physical Is The U.S. Department of Transportation sets the DOT physical ...

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