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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Bladder infections are the worst. They’re painful and can be very serious if not treated effectively and quickly. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway lists some effective at-home and medical remedies for bladder infections. The best remedy: Drink more water. Water helps flush out bacteria in your bladder, which will help get rid of the infection faster. It also dilutes your urine, which will make urinating less painful if ...
People always say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it turns out that they aren’t lying! With busy lifestyles, it can be difficult to start the day on the right foot, but eating a nourishing breakfast can be the key to feeling healthy and focused throughout the day. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway provides some helpful information on the most important meal of ...
The holidays are quickly approaching, and with that, a lot of us take time to think about what we can do to help those in need. We all know generosity is beneficial to the receiver, but did you know that giving can actually physically help the giver? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway discusses how generosity can benefit your health this holiday season. How Does Generosity Affect the Giver? Studies ...
While getting a group of friends together to play a friendly game is a great activity to be a part of, group sports have been much more complicated and high risk this year due to the coronavirus. With that being said, that doesn’t mean that you should stop being active! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway explains why below. How Much of a Health Risk Is Playing Sports This Year? Because of ...
Yes, they really do! Getting used to wearing masks and even seeing them in public has been an adjustment for us all, but COVID-19 is here to stay for the time being. Because of that, it’s important that we’re aware of the benefits of wearing masks in public. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway sheds some light on masks and their importance. How Do Masks Work? Masks help ...
