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A Healthy Start to the School Year: Habits for a Strong Immune System

August 29, 2023

Even though Covid-19 is over, living a healthy lifestyle is still essential, especially when the school year is just starting. A healthy lifestyle can prevent you from contracting diseases since you will be in a more populated environment. However, building a strong immune system goes beyond washing hands. You must follow an appropriate sleep routine, exercise, and a healthy meal plan. Common Illnesses that Spread in School Here are some common illnesses that tend to ...

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Get Ahead of Flu Season: When to Get Your Annual Flu Shot

August 29, 2023

Ideally, flu vaccine or flu shot is distributed annually within and outside the United States. Getting vaccinated is vital to help protect people from circulating strains. When Flu Season Starts: Causes and Symptoms of Flu Flu season typically begins in the fall and peaks during winter. The flu, or influenza, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. These viruses can be categorized into different types (A, B, and C), with subtypes and ...

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Can You Get an STD Without Having Sex?

August 11, 2023

If you have an STD but haven't been sexually active, you may have contracted it through sharing needles, tattoos/piercings, blood transfusions, or other means. Some STDs are asymptomatic but can lead to serious health consequences if left untreated. AFC urgent care clinics offer confidential STD testing and treatment.

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