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Grilling Good Times With Safety on the Menu

" After being cooped up in the house all winter, it’s only natural to want to get outside with family and friends and enjoy some outdoor recreation. That usually means a tasty meal cooked on an outdoor grill with plenty of cool drinks to wash it all down. As carefree as it might sound, it’s not without a few risks. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 16,600 patients sought emergency room ...

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School’s Out! The Best (and Healthiest) Summer Activities for You and Your Kids

" Summertime – the kids are home with loads of free time! They may feel inclined to relax on the couch until school starts up again in the fall, but don’t let them miss out on the lively energy of those summer months. AFC Urgent Care Edgewater encourages parents and kids to take advantage of the beautiful weather and spend some time getting active this summer. Here are several healthy activities that you and your little ...

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How Allergies Can Affect You Long-Term

" Allergies may not seem like a significant illness that needs immediate treatment, but ignoring your symptoms can have serious, long-lasting effects. If left untreated, allergies can greatly affect your quality of life; you may suffer from increased risk of health problems, decreased brain function and even mood instability. Early treatment is key to avoiding allergy-related health problems later down the road, and American Family Care has just what you need to make it through allergy ...

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How to Help Your Kids Grow Up Allergy-Free

" Spring is a beautiful time of year, with trees and flowers starting to bloom. But it can be a miserable time of year for people with allergies. You know all too well the sniffling and sneezing that comes with the season. You also know that you can find relief thanks to the doctors at AFC Urgent Care Edgewater. Imagine being able to stop allergies in children before they even develop. Here are some things to ...

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How to Help Your Kids with Seasonal Allergies

" Seasonal allergies affect a lot of people in the springtime. As soon as the trees begin to bloom, many people are met with sniffling noses, watery eyes and endless coughing, among other symptoms. It can be hard to deal with your own allergies, but when your kids get allergies, it’s especially tough. Here are some tips from American Family Care to help your kids beat their seasonal allergies:   Keep it clean If your child ...

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Start of Allergy Season

" Spring has sprung! Flowers are blooming, temperatures are rising and birds are chirping. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, “Ah, spring,” might soon turn into “Ah-choo, spring!” Seasonal allergies, sometimes called hay fever, are allergy symptoms that happen during certain times of the year, usually when outdoor molds release their spores. Trees, grasses and weeds are all releasing pollen into the air. These spores and pollen can cause congestion, cough and sneezing in people with ...

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Your Month-By-Month Allergy Guide

" If you suffer from seasonal allergies, you know that the months when your allergen is most active in the air can be the most awful of the year. But allergies are unique to each individual, so a seasonal allergy sufferer can actually experience the worst symptoms any time of the year. Here’s a month-by-month guide to which allergens become prevalent when, so you can know when to visit AFC Urgent Care Edgewater for allergy ...

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March is National Nutrition Month

" Each year, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recognizes March as National Nutrition Month. This celebrates the health benefits of maintaining a consistent and healthy diet, while educating Americans about the potential risks of eating unhealthy foods and following bad diets. National Nutrition Month also aims to spread awareness about the overall emotional and physical benefits of working out regularly and living an active lifestyle. Unfortunately, by this point, many of us have stopped following ...

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Share Your Love, Not Your Germs, This Valentine’s Day

" This Valentine’s Day, show your loved one you care by sharing your love, not your germs. Date nights are no fun at all if you both wind up sick, so here are our top tips for keeping you (and your date) healthy this Valentine’s Day. If You’re Sick, Postpone It may put a damper on your plans, but if you or your date are sick, do both of you a favor and ...

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AFC Urgent Care Edgewater Welcomes New Medical Director

" Veteran Physician to Lead Medical Operations for Area’s Premier Walk-in Clinic   (Edgewater, Maryland – February 6, 2017) – American Family Care (AFC), the nation’s leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine, welcomes Dr. Jerry Ann Hunter to the AFC team as Medical Director. In her new role Dr. Hunter will oversee all clinical and lab services at the AFC’s medical center in Edgewater, Maryland.   Prior to joining AFC, Dr. Hunter ...

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Signs Your Child Has the Flu

" Coughing, sore throat and fever, oh my! Your child is definitely sick, but with what? The cold and flu viruses can often be tricky for parents to tell apart because many of the symptoms are the same, but there are several signs that your child has more than just a cold. Here’s what to look for:   Fever If your child has the flu, it will often be accompanied by a high fever. A child ...

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AFC Urgent Care Flu Season Update

" If you’ve gotten your flu shot already, great job! You’re much better protected against getting the flu this flu season. And if you still haven’t gotten your yearly flu shot yet, there’s no time to waste! Protecting yourself against the flu is vital to your health, as well as the health of those around you, and as we approach peak flu season you’re more likely than before to catch the ...

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Tips for Proper Snow Shoveling

" Shoveling snow is like a full body workout.  You’re exercising your arms, back, core, and legs.  Shoveling requires a lot of bending, twisting, and lifting.  Before you begin your workout, you usually stretch to prevent muscle injury, right?  The same applies with shoveling. The next time snow hits the ground and you bring out your shovel, keep these few tips in mind to prevent you from hurting yourself this winter season. Get your body ...

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New Year, New Health Goals

" At the start of every new year, we all make resolutions to improve our health and our daily lives. But often, in the hustle and bustle of the new year, we end up forgetting or neglecting our resolutions, and which makes our goals that much harder to accomplish. This year, why not break from that pattern, and choose resolutions that will have a big impact on your life without taking an enormous effort? Choosing high-impact ...

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What to Do if You're Sick With the Flu

" Fever, chills and body aches? Could you have the flu? October through March is when most cases of the flu occur, or, when flu season happens every year. With flu season tending to peak anytime from December to January each year, your odds of getting the flu are higher during these months. If you have the flu, there are some things you can do to help yourself get better, but first, you should know the ...

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Protect Yourself from the Flu During National Influenza Vaccination Week

" The holiday season has already started, and so has flu season. That’s why the CDC has designated the week of December 4 – 10, 2016, as National Influenza Vaccination Week. Once November ends and the holiday season starts, people tend to forget about getting their flu shot. In fact, research from past flu seasons has shown that very few people get a flu shot after the end of November. And not only that, but last ...

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We are Participating in the Reindeer Run!

" AFC Urgent Care Edgewater is proud to participate in Edgewater Fitness’s 7th annual Reindeer Run on Saturday, December 3rd.  This 5k run welcomes all ages and gets everyone in the holiday spirit.  Not only is the Reindeer Run a great family bonding experience, you will also have a chance to give back to the community, with all proceeds benefitting Toys for Tots. AFC Urgent Care will be providing a table with giveaways for participants ...

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Pregnant? Get Your Flu Shot!

" If you’re expecting a little one within the next nine months, you probably have a lot on your mind. Between the doctor’s visits, prenatal classes, prepping the baby’s room and stocking up on everything you will need, preparing for your baby’s arrival can be exhausting. Among everything else you have to do, it can be easy to forget to get your flu shot! Getting a flu shot is especially important for ...

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About the Flu Vaccine: Your Questions Answered

" Flu season has officially begun, and if you haven’t gotten your vaccine, you’re putting yourself and others at risk of getting very sick. However, we understand you might have some questions about the flu vaccine: What exactly is in it, and how does it work? What is in the flu vaccine? The flu vaccine contains inactivated (dead) virus cells of the most common strains of the flu virus. The vaccine contents change annually ...

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How to Keep Your Thanksgiving Cold and Flu-Free

" 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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