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What Are the Signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder?

February 16, 2023

We are hopeful that the spring and summer seasons will be here before we know it! In the meantime, the winter season can cause us to experience a variety of emotions. Increased feelings of isolation or loneliness can be common, as well as mild symptoms similar to depression. If you seem to experience an increase in these symptoms in the winter months, you may have what is called seasonal affective disorder. This type of mental ...

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Urgent Care vs Emergency Room: The Key Differences

February 3, 2023

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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Does Pneumonia Always Cause a Cough?

February 2, 2023

If you have ever had a respiratory infection before, you know how miserable they can make you feel. The deep cough, fever and tight chest can be hard to deal with! Two common respiratory infections that you need to keep a close eye on this season are bronchitis and pneumonia. While the majority of pneumonia and bronchitis cases produce a deep, mucusy cough, it is not a guaranteed symptom. Our AFC Urgent Care Cleveland team ...

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How Can I Avoid a Viral Infection This Year?

January 16, 2023

With all of the news headlines about the surge of viral illnesses like COVID-19, the flu and RSV this year, it can feel overwhelming trying to stay healthy. Since viral infections tend to spread really easily during the winter season, taking extra precautions is important to ward off illness. Even if you take all the precautions and extra steps to avoid getting sick, you may still fall victim to a viral infection this year. Read ...

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Are My Symptoms Associated With the Flu?

January 2, 2023

Falling ill at this time of year is relatively common with all of the different illnesses circulating around. If you come into contact with influenza, you can expect to start feeling sick pretty quickly after the exposure. If you do come down with the flu, your main focus should always be to prioritize taking care of your body so you can heal quickly. Our AFC Urgent Care Cleveland team has laid out some tips on ...

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What Should I Know About Fevers?

December 14, 2022

Getting sick is much more common at this time of year. If you do fall ill, one of the symptoms you could experience is a fever. A fever might go unnoticed, or you could feel really sick! Even though it may feel unpleasant, having a fever is actually a good thing in most cases. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland explains the facts about fevers below, so read on. Why Are Fevers OK to ...

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Should I Still Get the Flu Shot This Year?

December 2, 2022

Focusing on our health and wellness has been such an important part of all of our lives over the past couple of years. Now that we are entering into the cold and flu season again, it becomes a major priority for us all again. Thankfully, we have reliable tools like the flu shot to help protect us from serious illness! And it’s not too late to get your family vaccinated against the flu. Stop ...

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Should I Be Worried if My Child Has a Headache?

November 16, 2022

Headaches are one of the most common ailments, so it is likely that your child will come to you complaining of head pain at some point. When that happens, it can feel worrisome! Since headaches can range from just being mildly annoying to life-threatening, it is important to understand what red flags to look for in your children that indicate a medical emergency. Our AFC Urgent Care Cleveland team wants your kids to stay safe ...

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Does My Baby Have RSV?

November 2, 2022

During the fall and winter seasons, there are so many different illnesses circulating around that have the potential to make your children very sick. Included in that list is respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. Anyone can get RSV, but it is especially dangerous in vulnerable populations like infants and older adults. If your child is experiencing a cough and a runny nose, keep an eye out for any worsening symptoms that may indicate an RSV ...

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When Do I Need to Take Antibiotics?

October 16, 2022

Before antibiotics were developed, the rate of death due to an infection was incredibly high. In fact, 30% of all deaths recorded in the United States were because of a bacterial infection! Thankfully, we don’t have to worry as much about infections nowadays, all because of antibiotics. They are incredibly effective in eradicating infections quickly and are a reliable tool for many medical professionals and patients alike. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland ...

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