" While water will always be essential for survival, we can’t rely on that liquid alone for good health. By adding a smoothie, juice or tea to your diet routine, you can easily supplement any nutrients or vitamins you may be missing. Different kinds of health drinks can give you energy in the morning, while others can help you unwind at the end of the day. Juice has always been a decent alternative for sodas ...
" Labor Day, a celebration of the spirit and dignity of the American worker, has been a regular fixture in the United States since the late 19th century. It became a national holiday under President Grover Cleveland, and focuses on the American worker and the progress toward making work safe and rewarding for all. One of the rules unions fought for, and earned in all states in 1949, is workers’ compensation, a form of insurance in ...
" September is National Better Breakfast month! Let’s talk breakfast, often cited as the most important meal of the day. Breakfast is often ignored because of time constraints in the morning. We get it; you’re busy, you’re rushing, there’s a million things to get done. Failing to eat breakfast can really take a toll on your day, though. How do you expect to get any of those millions of things done without ...
" What is it about guys and going to the doctor? A study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed that men are 80 percent less likely than women to regularly visit a medical professional. AFC Urgent Care would like to take a minute to address why men don’t go to the doctor, and why they really should. They don’t think anything is wrong. No nagging pains, no skyrocketing fever and ...
" Swimmer’s ear is an infection in the outer ear canal, which runs from your eardrum to the outside of your head. It’s often brought on by water that remains in your ear after swimming, creating a moist environment that aids bacterial growth. Putting fingers, cotton swabs or other objects in your ears also can lead to swimmer’s ear by damaging the thin layer of skin lining your ear canal. Swimmer’s ear ...
" Last week, we told you about a young woman who shared her graphic battle with skin cancer with the world. We brought you up to speed on the dangerous realities of tanning beds and the harm they can cause your skin. This week, we’re taking a look at some of the best ways to prevent skin cancer as part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and ...
" A story making the news rounds caught our eye recently. A long-time tanning bed devotee posted a graphic selfie featuring her face with some pretty severe looking damage, which she said was a direct result of her time spent in tanning beds during her teen years. After being diagnosed with two types of skin cancer, the 20-something’s candid shot of her treatment has put a, well, face, on the disease and given others something ...
" Who’s got a question? You should! When it comes to urgent care, patients often expect to be the ones answering questions, but it’s important for patients to ask questions, too. This helps your doctor develop an accurate diagnosis and helps you take an active role in your health. At AFC Urgent Care , we know it’s easy to clam up or feel embarrassed in front of a doctor, but caring about your health ...
" Regular physical activity is good for everyone’s health, and people 1 year or older and body types can be physically active. National Physical Fitness and Sports Month is a great time to spread the word about the benefits of getting active. Here are just a few benefits of physical activity: Children and adolescents – Physical activity can improve muscular fitness and bone and heart health. Adults – Physical activity can lower risk for heart disease, type ...
" Now that August has arrived, that can only mean one thing it’s time for the kids to start heading back to school! But did you know that August is also National Immunization Awareness Month? Getting immunized against infectious diseases is important for your health, as well as the health of those around you. And with the start of the new school year just around the corner, it is especially important for your child’s ...
