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We Have Board Certified Physicians On-Site Everyday!

June 16, 2021

AFC Urgent Care centers are known for advanced patient care provided by expert physicians and staff. You are guaranteed to be seen by a board certified physician every time! The team at AFC Urgent Care Dedham values respect and consideration for others, honesty and integrity. Our goal is to get you in and out of our doors as quickly as possible, with the best possible care we can provide. We diagnose and treat most non-life ...

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Understanding the Three W’s of Flu Shots: Why, When, and Where?

June 16, 2021

Why is it so important to get a flu shot? December is here which means it is time to get your flu shot! If you’re thinking of skipping your shot, or think “I’m not going to need it,” then you may want to reconsider so you can enjoy the holiday season: Last flu season rates of influenza and critical illness among children skyrocketed, according to the latest CDC numbers on the epidemic. The ...

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Six Things You Need to Fight the Office Flu

June 16, 2021

If ever there were a time during the year that all workers dread, it has to be flu season. Sniffling coworkers, wheezing kids and running out of tissues or hand sanitizer can make the months of flu season extremely stressful, even if you’re one of the lucky ones who remains healthy. Every year, American businesses lose billions of dollars in sick days and lost productivity. Experts estimate the economy will lose about about $20 ...

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Should I Get a Flu Shot?

June 16, 2021

There is never a bad time to get a flu shot. With flu season quickly approaching, and the dangers of a second wave of COVID-19, the best time to get a flu shot is as soon as possible. Flu season falls between the fall and winter months, so it is recommended to have your flu shot by the end of October. The biggest concern for this flu season in combination with the COVID-19 outbreak is ...

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It's Not Too Late To Get Your Flu Shot!

June 16, 2021

By December, many people feel like it’s too late to get their flu shot. Flu season has started, and if they didn’t get their flu shot in the fall, they’re certainly not going to find time for it during the busy holiday season. But the truth is, as long as people are still getting sick with the flu, people should still be getting the flu shot. If you haven’t gotten your ...

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It’s Not Too Late To Get Your Flu Shot!

June 16, 2021

By December, many people feel like it’s too late to get their flu shot. Flu season has started, and if they didn’t get their flu shot in the fall, they’re certainly not going to find time for it during the busy holiday season. But the truth is, as long as people are still getting sick with the flu, people should still be getting the flu shot. If you haven’t gotten your ...

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How to Stay Safe when Traveling for the Holidays

June 16, 2021

Don’t let yourself or your family become sick with COVID-19 this holiday season. The best way to stay safe is by maintaining social distancing while wearing a mask that covers your mouth and nose. It is also helpful to get tested before and after traveling, to decrease the chance of spread. Knowing information on how the virus spread, and not traveling if you test positive are easy ways to keep others safe. Always listen ...

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How to Solve Your Winter Skin Problems

June 16, 2021

The weather outside is getting frightful, which must mean we’ve entered the winter season. For people with all skin types, it can be a lot more challenging to keep skin healthy and moisturized in the cold, unforgiving air outside and the dry, punishing heat inside. Your skin is your body’s first line of defense when it comes to preventing illness, so keeping it healthy can directly influence how you feel all winter long ...

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How To Recover from General Illness

June 16, 2021

It is October & it is not only the time of year for frights & candy but also its the time of the year when people get sick! Urgent Cares always spike from September to December because of Flu season & the changes in weather. If you are feeling under the weather we want to offer you some tips so you can get yourself back on your feet & out into the world in no time! Stay home In ...

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How to Keep Your Thanksgiving Cold and Flu-Free

June 16, 2021

Keep Your Friends and Family Healthy This Holiday Season This Thanksgiving, pass the turkey, not the flu! Illnesses, such as the flu, can be transferred through sneezing, coughing or surface contamination. According to the CDC, germs can live approximately two hours on surfaces such as door knobs or kitchen counters. With a few preventative steps, your friends and family will be able relax and focus on the fun and food, rather than worrying about sore ...

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