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The summer season was meant to be a filled with fun and enjoyment. However, it's also full of health hazards and the potential for injury, since we're spending much more time outdoors. That's why our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants to talk to you about a couple common health hazards and how you can protect yourself and your family this summer. Are Lawn Mower Accidents Common? The short answer? Yes ...

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While we still have a few weeks left of summer, now's a good time to start preparing for a new back-to-school routine. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants to help you get your family ready for a new school year this September, starting by establishing a morning routine. Why Do Kids Need a Morning Routine? Well, for the same reasons adults do! Routines help our minds and bodies know what to expect ...

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Brrr...it's cold out there! Cold temperatures are here to stay, but what does it mean for your health? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants you to know the effects that cold weather can play on our health, as well as ways to stay safe this time of year. Read on as we offer some perspective. Is Cold Weather Good for Your Health? The cold weather forces our bodies to work hard ...

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The short answer? Smoking is the single most preventable cause of death. But whether you've been smoking for a while or just started, you can reap the health benefits of quitting. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants to share some insight into the dangers of smoking and how to quit. How Harmful Is Smoking? When you think of smoking, you may think of breathing issues and lung cancer. But those aren't ...

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It is the season we have all been waiting for! As soon as the temperatures warmed up, it was time for us to finally make our way outside. However, how many of you are already suffering from a number of bug bites as a result? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants to offer you tips on how you can both prevent and treat bug bites this summer. How Do You Prevent Summer Bug ...

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With the summer season coming to an end, we should be free from allergy symptoms until 2020, right? Wrong! Unfortunately, fall allergy season is here. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants you to know the signs to look for when it comes to fall allergies, as well as how you can reduce symptoms as soon as possible. Why Do My Allergies Get Worse in the Fall? Although most people might think a spike ...

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The summer season was meant to be filled with fun and enjoyment. However, it's also full of health hazards and the potential for injury, since we're spending much more time outdoors. That's why our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants to talk to you about a couple of common health hazards and how you can protect yourself and your family this summer. Are Lawn Mower Accidents Common? The short answer? Yes ...

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that there are more than 100 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes. Are you one of them? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants you to know how to better manage diabetes, as well as signs to look for if you are pregnant and at risk for gestational diabetes. Can Prediabetes Be Reversed? The short answer? Yes! If you are diagnosed with having elevated blood ...

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Sleep is something people need in order to function at their best, as well as improve their health. Therefore, if people are not getting the sleep they need, their health and productivity can suffer. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants to share some insight into the symptoms of sleep deprivation, as well as ways you can establish a better routine for sleep. How Much Sleep Should I Be Getting Each Night? The amount ...

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Now that October has rolled around, there is probably one word you are hearing a lot more in daily conversation—flu! However, the flu doesn't have to be a part to your fall and winter season. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hartsdale wants you to know how you can take action against the flu, as well as treatment options that are available should the flu virus arrive. What Steps Can You Take to ...

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