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Travel FAQ for Patients Going to Hawaii

November 24, 2020

Travel in the United States has slowly upticked even though a potential second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is in progress. One of the U.S's most popular and desired destinations, Hawaii, has maintained its status as one of the most effective states at prevention due to strict travel guidelines. To curb the spread of COVID-19 infections, the state has partnered with AFC Urgent Care Denver to help ensure that all patients traveling to ...

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AFC Urgent Care Denver's latest COVID-19 updates: air filtration and safety measures

November 3, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has made it harder and more anxiety inducing to get general medical services and with good reason. As cases continue to rise it is not easy to determine which medical provider can issue standard healthcare services with safety in mind. If you need a fast and reliable nearby urgent care center for preventive care, flu shots, x-rays, and more then consider AFC Urgent Care Denver: one of the only urgent care center ...

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The Key Differences Between COVID-19 and the Flu

October 15, 2020

Flu season is nothing new and most people are familiar with the flu as it comes around each year. This year’s flu season is unique to any other year though. The presence of COVID-19 creates an added challenge for patients and medical staff to differentiate between the two. With many similarities between the flu and COVID-19, it can be difficult to tell them apart. Luckily, there are some key differences between the two illnesses ...

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What Should I Do Before Flu Season Starts?

October 12, 2020

2020 has been a hectic year to say the least. Nearly every aspect of our daily lives has been changed thanks to COVID-19. Although people were hopeful things would be back to normal by now, that clearly isn’t the case. As everyone continues to deal with COVID-19, flu season is quickly approaching too. Getting prepared before flu season starts is the best way to prevent yourself from getting sick and keep those around you ...

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Flu Prevention Guidelines for Fall 2020: Households

October 5, 2020

Parents do whatever they can to keep their kids safe. Sometimes that means reminding them to wear a bike helmet, but other times it means taking household precautions during flu season to protect the entire family! Flu season 2020 is even more threatening as we battle the covid-19 pandemic at the same time, but there are plenty of preventative measures you can take to keep your family safe! Disinfecting Your Home High-touch surfaces of your ...

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Which patient groups are the most likely to get the flu?

September 21, 2020

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that affects millions of people per year. While anyone can contract the flu, some groups are more susceptible than others. The flu is also more dangerous to certain populations than others. Our team will dive into who is at high risk from the flu and preventative measures everyone can take to avoid getting sick. Additionally, complications from the COVID-19 pandemic may influence patients to get vaccinated early or ...

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Is it the Flu, Cold, or COVID-19?

September 16, 2020

With the dry air and the extended time indoors that winter brings, illness is prevalent this time of year. Sore throat, congestion, and fever all are things that can make us feel downright drained this time of year. It can be challenging to know which symptoms are a sign of the flu, strep throat, or just the common cold. It’s important to know the difference between these three common winter illnesses so that the ...

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AFC Urgent Care Denver University Hills: Your Nearby Urgent Care Center

September 8, 2020

At AFC Urgent Care Denver, we are always aiming to serve as many patients in Denver as possible. And in our most exciting update of the year, AFC Urgent Care Denver University Hills is one of two urgent care locations opening later this year. At our University Hills clinic, we are starting out with COVID-19 testing and rapid testing for our local patients. Full service urgent care will open soon once we are able to ...

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Could COVID-19 Cases Spike in Fall 2020?

August 24, 2020

Since COVID-19 began to spread in the US there has been talk about the spikes in the number of cases. These spikes are often referred to as hotspots or waves of the virus. Fall and winter are typically seasons that see a higher number of illnesses like the cold and flu. That common knowledge has led many people to wonder if COVID-19 will spike in the fall just like the common flu virus does. There ...

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How to Prepare for COVID-19 and Back-to-School Care

August 15, 2020

Back-to-school time is just around the corner and the risk of flu season, COVID-19, and other seasonal health risks make for a tricky 2020 school year. Active prevention, frequent healthcare visits, and updating your child's immunizations are key to maintaining a healthy school year for your child or children. At AFC Urgent Care Denver, our team is ready to provide COVID-19 rapid tests to quickly identify your child's infection risk, vaccinations of all ...

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