As humans, it is common to experience all ranges of emotions throughout each year. Some events are full of joy and others can be painful or difficult to get through. These emotions are a normal part of life! If you find that you are experiencing symptoms of guilt, loneliness or extreme sadness more frequently in the winter months, you may have a condition called seasonal affective disorder. Our mental health is just as important as ...
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 ...
While we are hoping to start seeing signs of spring here soon, we are certainly still in the middle of the cold, flu and upper respiratory illness season. Even though the spread of these illnesses are tending to trend downward, there is always the possibility of getting sick at any point. Illnesses like bronchitis and pneumonia can happen at any point in the year, so knowing what each infection feels like can help you distinguish ...
If you aren’t feeling your best right now, know that you are not alone! There are so many ways to get sick this season that it can be really hard to stay healthy at this point in the year. If you are feeling unwell, receiving a proper diagnosis is important so you can seek the right treatment. Infections are a common cause of illness and they can produce a wide variety of symptoms. They ...
Influenza is one of the most common illnesses in the fall and winter season. Since it is a very contagious viral illness, it can spread through communities very quickly. Since it is so common, it is important to understand the common symptoms associated with the illness. We want you to stay as healthy as possible this year! If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, there is still time to provide yourself with the ...
When you get sick, it is normal to experience a wide variety of symptoms as your body works hard to fight off the illness. Some symptoms could make you feel downright miserable, like having a fever! While fevers are your body’s natural response in fighting off infection, they can still be really uncomfortable. Check out our latest blog from the AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team to learn all about fevers. What Does a ...
With the hustle and bustle of life, it can feel overwhelming to think about dealing with the cold and flu season on top of your busy schedule. Thankfully, we have tools like the flu shot at our disposal to help minimize your risk of getting seriously sick. Everyone can benefit from getting the flu shot, even if you are considered an otherwise healthy person. Let our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team convince you to ...
Headaches are such a common condition that it is likely everyone has experienced some sort of head pain before. Many times, headaches are caused by minor issues and can be easily remedied. In rarer circumstances, they can indicate a medical emergency. We can help you better understand the nature of headaches below! Our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team explains what red flags to watch out for when it comes to serious headaches. How Can ...
If you are a new parent or have small children in your home, there’s a good chance that you know about RSV. It is a common illness in childhood that can sometimes produce really dangerous symptoms or complications. In order to keep your baby safe from RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, you have to be diligent about watching any symptom progression and taking action if you notice if the situation worsens. Our team at ...
Antibiotics are incredibly effective at treating a wide variety of bacterial infections. A prescription can typically start to eliminate or improve your symptoms within a day or two. It is important to remember that while antibiotics are a great tool, they are still a medication and need to be taken carefully. Some medications can react poorly to a round of antibiotics within your body, so making sure you are taking the right prescription for your ...
