Sun poisoning is a condition caused by severe sunburn. The major cause of sun poisoning is direct and extended exposure to UV rays from the sun. Your skin can’t tolerate continuous exposure to high-intensity sunlight. There are different types of sun poisoning diseases. These types are more severe than mild sunburn and require medical treatment. AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth provides treatment and diagnosis for sunburns and minor sun poisoning. Sun poisoning can become an ...
Viruses are of different types, and adenovirus is one of them. The great part is that we have 88 types of adenovirus causing various illnesses in humans. That makes people curious to know about this sickness-causing organism. Your age does not know when it comes to who can get an adenovirus illness. The vulnerable people are those with weak immune systems. So, what is adenovirus, and is it curable? AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth can diagnose ...
People often use fractures and broken bones in different contexts, believing they are not the same. In real terms, both words refer to bone injuries, especially when it shatters. Medical practitioners prefer to use the fracture because it’s terminology in their field. On the other hand, a non-specialist will likely call it broken bone because that will be the first word that comes to mind. AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth can treat a variety of ...
DOT physical exams are required for all commercial drivers to obtain their commercial driver's licenses in New Jersey. There are a few additional minimum requirements you need to meet in order to obtain your CDL license. If you are looking to receive a DOT physical, visit AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth today to receive your exam from one of our qualified providers. Continue reading to learn more about receiving a DOT physical. What to Expect ...
Mono or mononucleosis is a common illness, but many know little about it. It is caused mainly by an infection of the Epstein-Barr Virus, though other viruses can also cause it. Mono has symptoms similar to other illnesses, but the symptoms can be concerning as they may last for months. It is essential to know mono symptoms and understand when to get tested for this "kissing disease." AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth provides testing for mono ...
STDs are all tested differently, and it’s important to get tested regularly for your own health. Some STDs can develop into serious complications, so it’s important to get them taken care of as quickly as possible. Our providers at AFC Elizabeth can prescribe medications to get certain STDs cleared up. Our facility also has an on-site lab, meaning we don’t need to send out samples to get tested, and results come back ...
Urgent care centers are becoming more prevalent as years go by. They are more affordable and provide more flexibility than the doctor's office or the emergency room. AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth can treat patients from age 1 to 99. Our office is equipped with all the necessary medical equipment, and our board-certified providers can treat your symptoms right away. You may feel hesitation bringing your child to an urgent care center, but continue reading ...
With urgent care centers growing in popularity, more and more communities are noticing their many benefits. AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth is able to treat many illnesses and injuries that some patients would wait hours for in the emergency room. If you have a condition that is not life-threatening, AFC Elizabeth can treat it. In the winter, illnesses are spread more easily, and injuries are more common due to slipping and falling on ice. The following ...
People are likely to experience and catch the flu at least once in their life. For most, symptoms aren’t serious, and recovery time can take about a week. For others, symptoms can be more severe, and it can become life-threatening. Recognize common symptoms of the flu to help get the treatment you need when you need it. AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth provides flu diagnosis and treatment to all patients. Our board-certified providers can help ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of frustration and concern in the public eye in the last year with the spread of the virus. Now, with people slowly returning to normal activity, public health officials are tracking “variants of concern” that are detected and could be more resistant to current vaccines, such as the delta variant. Recently though, the COVID-19 omicron variant is now a trending topic with the first case of infection from ...
