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As the days grow shorter and the air gets cooler, we all know that fall is just around the corner. Along with the changing leaves and cozy sweaters, the flu season is also fast approaching. While many of us associate flu with a general illness, it's important to recognize that the virus can pose serious health risks– especially for vulnerable individuals. This blog will explain how getting an early flu shot is a crucial ...

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School sports are an essential part of many children’s lives. However, as a parent, it’s crucial to be aware of the potential risks associated with sports– like the risk of concussions. Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury that can have lasting effects on a child’s health and well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore what every parent should know about school sports and concussions, including prevention, recognition, and proper management ...

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From 2010 to 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated there were 9.4 million to 41 million flu illnesses every year. But there is an easy way to protect yourself — the flu shot. Studies show that the severity of the flu is significantly less if you catch the flu but are vaccinated. The CDC says the flu vaccine reduces the risk of seeing a doctor for the flu by 40% to ...

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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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