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It is natural to believe that as winter draws close, so does the flu season. But this is not the case. Despite this, the reality is that there is still a risk of contracting the flu long into late winter and even until the beginning of spring. Even as late as May, medical professionals warn that flu activity might still be widespread. So is it possible to get the flu this late in the winter ...

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So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Cedar Grove has answers, and treatment, for you.  Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...

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The healthcare industry has evolved to include telehealth urgent care, an innovative technology that has made it easier for people worldwide to access healthcare virtually.  This medical service offers faster urgent care visits through virtual appointments, providing services from physical exams to diagnostics, which allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, providing care, support, and information from a distance. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with mobility or transportation issues, with busy schedules ...

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Urgent care providers offer convenient, time-saving alternatives to visiting an emergency room for minor, non-life-threatening medical conditions. These healthcare centers typically have shorter wait times and offer services like X-rays, urgent treatment of colds and flu, sprains, strains, and fractures, on-site lab tests, and physicals. Urgent care centers provide efficient diagnoses of various health problems, ranging from minor to severe. Some are also equipped with on-site lab testing capabilities so that patients can get results ...

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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 Cedar Grove, 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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DOT Physical is short for the Department of Transportation Physical. It is like any other physical exam except that it’s tailored to ensure the safety of drivers and the general public. It tests the mental, emotional and physical health of anyone who drives or intends to take up commercial motor vehicle driving as an occupation. The DOT exam is conducted in compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines. Its results are ...

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This fall season, there are high chances of flu infection cases rising along with the covid cases. Amidst the pandemic and dangers of influenza (flu) infections, colleges and schools are reopening this fall. Students will be returning to their normal routines. However, there will be a relative change in the environment and practices. By adopting preventative measures and formulating precautionary strategies, colleges are working to keep their faculty, staff, and students safe. Here’s the ...

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Spring is the time of the year when allergies are more likely to become common and intense. This is because pollen and seasonal-allergy triggers spread out even more during this time of the year, filling the air outside and inside the home. Hence, people begin to sneeze and sniffle from irritation of the nasal cavities and passage. Find out more about how spring affects allergies in this post as well as what you can do ...

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