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Each year, millions of children experience at least one seasonal illness. Just because an illness is common, doesn’t mean it won’t feel like a big deal when it’s your child suffering though. Knowing how to treat these common illnesses will help you stay calm and feel prepared if your child does get sick.  Sore Throat A sore throat can happen for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it’s a side effect of ...

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Flu season is in full swing, and providers have already seen an increased number of patients suffering from the flu. While some flu patients can recover at home, others need treatment from a medical professional. If you’re on the fence about getting treatment for your flu symptoms, this is sure to help you decide! Flu Symptoms Flu symptoms typically occur 1-4 days after exposure to the virus. Around day 3 to 5 of symptoms ...

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Local urgent care centers in Park Hill, 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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Recent years have shown we never really know what’s coming next in terms of illnesses around the globe. One thing we can predict is flu season returning each year. Flu season runs from October to the end of March, but it’s impossible to know when it will peak each season. Flu season 2022 poses an even bigger risk of hardship for families, so preparing the best you can is imperative! What to Expect ...

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Covid-19 is still a very real concern that’s stretched the medical staff thin in many areas. That’s part of the reason why flu shots are more important now than ever. Getting your flu shot in 2022 can be a quick, easy experience if you go to an urgent care center! If you’ve never visited an urgent care center for a flu vaccine before, these benefits are sure to make 2022 the year ...

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Is your primary care available when you are? Are you apprehensive about visiting a family health clinic to get tested for an STD? Look no further, as there are more options for STD testing than you might have thought possible. While the U.S. does need more primary care physicians - about 52,000 more by the year 2025 - online STD testing is available in the meantime. Skeptical? Here's what you should know! How does ...

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National Guidelines suggest testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) around age 25. They further propose that you test earlier if you are sexually active or at a higher risk of being exposed to Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). CDC yet again recommends a retest for additional STIs if a patient has tested positive for a different STI. Read the guide below to know the best times for STD testing Understanding STDs and Incubation Periods The incubation ...

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Summertime injuries can happen at a moment’s notice since recreation, physical activity, and more outdoor events are more available. They can also be caused by increased temperature associated with the summer. However, being aware of them can help you better prepare yourself for getting injured by making use of preventive and cautionary measures. Learn about common summertime injuries from these guides and how to prevent these injuries with some health tips and skills. Injuries ...

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