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The weather changes from a warmer one to a much cooler one around the month of October. This also marks the start of the flu season. It should be noted that while both are similar, cold and flu are not the same thing. Both illnesses are viral and very contagious. A cold starts gradually, is often mild and can last for a long time. A flu on the other hand can be quite severe if ...

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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 Burlington, 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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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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A sore throat is a common ailment that can be caused by various illnesses and infections, including colds, the flu, and even allergies. While most sore throats clear up within a week or two, some can linger for a longer period of time. If you're dealing with a lingering sore throat, we understand how disruptive this can be to your daily routine. This blog will explore a few ways you can find much needed ...

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What is Dry January & What are the Benefits? Each January, tons of people steer clear from alcohol for the month to support their overall health and wellness. After the chaos of the holidays, Dry January allows individuals to reset and get back on track to their health goals. The month has various benefits, from improved physical and mental health to an increase in productivity. One of the most obvious benefits of not drinking alcohol is ...

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How To Practice Food Safety During the Holidays Every year families and friends gather around the table to feast on seasonal holiday foods that aren’t usually eaten during the rest of the year. And because those foods are only made once a year many people forget how to cook them properly. Poorly cooked food, food left on trays for hours during holiday parties, and other questionable practices can lead to food poisoning during the ...

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Preventing Ski Injuries Skiing is one of the most popular outdoor activities and many people can’t wait to hit the slopes as soon as the snow falls. But too many of them end up really hitting the slopes hard enough to do significant damage to their bodies. Skiing injuries can be quite serious depending on the speed and force involved in the accident. If you are injured while skiing you should always get checked ...

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When most people think of allergies, they may be thinking of the springtime. But in fact, seasonal allergies can affect people year round– even in the winter months. Though less common, winter allergies can happen and their symptoms can cause a lingering discomfort.  The symptoms of these allergies can begin in November and last throughout the winter. When we spend more time staying indoors with the heat turned up, our exposure to dust and other ...

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Mononucleosis, often called “mono,” is a viral infection that can cause flu-like symptoms. The infection is sometimes called the “kissing disease” because it is highly contagious and lives within an infected person’s spit. One of the earliest symptoms of mono is an intense feeling of fatigue, or tiredness. Mono can affect anyone but is most commonly diagnosed in adolescents and people in their early 20s. So, how exactly do you know if you have ...

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