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How Nutrition Can Impact COVID

Eating a healthy and nutritious diet can benefit your body in so many ways. It helps to keep it strong when inevitable diseases come around. Throughout life, it’s important to maintain a healthy diet, however, during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s even more crucial. AFC Urgent Care Boulder & Louisville provide COVID-19 tests for all patients in need. Learn more about our rapid testing processes & get tested today. In the meantime, learn more about how ...

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What Helps Migraines?

Preventing and treating migraines can be a challenge, but medication is one way that the condition is addressed. Migraine pain can be debilitating, and it’s crucial that you know effective ways to cope with your condition when you have an episode. Apart from medications, lifestyle changes that contribute to optimal health can also help to limit migraine frequency and severity. Sometimes, what’s best for your migraine may be a combination of things, including ...

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Should I Get My Flu Shot Early?

It’s vital to get a flu shot annually. An annual flu shot can help protect you from the ever-changing virus and the potentially deadly symptoms it brings. A flu shot can protect you and others from serious complications. AFC Urgent Care Boulder & Louisville provide flu shots on a walk-in basis. Additionally, protect yourself from other illnesses this winter with our urgent care services and COVID testing. When to get your Flu Shot The most ...

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Keep Your Kids Healthy This School Year

It’s important to try and keep your children safe and healthy throughout the school year. However, with flu season approaching and the Delta variant running rampant through our communities, it’s more important now than ever. AFC Urgent Care Boulder & Louisville both have our community’s best interest in mind. Visit one of our centers today for a COVID-19 test and other urgent care-related illnesses. Continue reading to learn more about health tips for ...

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Can My Burn be Treated at AFC Urgent Care?

Burns can be caused by fires, cooking, hot surfaces, chemicals, or electricity. Depending on the severity of the burn will depend on where it should be treated. Over 450,000 burns are treated annually in emergency rooms, but with urgent care centers growing, patients can save both time and money. AFC Urgent Care Boulder and AFC Louisville are here to help give all patients the care they need. Learn more about the types of burns ...

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Poison Ivy vs. Poison Oak

If you love the great outdoors, it’s a good idea to know some of the plants that are out there, especially if contact with any can pose a health risk. Poison ivy and poison oak may be beautiful to look at, but getting too close to these plants can trigger an allergic reaction in some people. Exposure to these plants or the toxic oil and irritant called urushiol found in the plants could leave ...

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What Helps Migraines?

Preventing and treating migraines can be a challenge, but medication is one way that the condition is addressed. Migraine pain can be debilitating, and it’s crucial that you know effective ways to cope with your condition when you have an episode. Apart from medications, lifestyle changes that contribute to optimal health can also help to limit migraine frequency and severity. Sometimes, what’s best for your migraine may be a combination of things, including ...

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Stages of Dehydration

" Dehydration in its later phases can be very dangerous. The early signs are more manageable, but it’s important not to let it go on for too long. Recognizing the different phases of dehydration can help you stop them before they progress too far. AFC Urgent Care Boulder County wants you to stay safe and healthy this summer. Visit our center for any medical concern this summer that requires urgent care. All emergencies should be ...

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Avoid Food Poisoning This Summer

" There are a few tips to consider when avoiding foodborne illnesses this summer. It can be easy to keep you and your loved ones safe while enjoying outdoor picnics and cookouts. If you do find yourself feeling sick within a few hours of eating, follow these precautions to help treat yourself. In cases that last a few days, visit AFC Urgent Care Boulder County for illness treatment from our providers. Keep Leftovers Cool Bacteria grow ...

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Outdoor Summer Safety

" Summer is right around the corner! The warm weather and sunshine are much needed after a long winter. With a year or more of working from home and limiting activities away from the house because of COVID, getting outside is a welcome change of scenery. Follow these tips to ensure your family stays safe and healthy all summer long! Visit AFC Urgent Care Boulder County for any ailment this summer. In addition to providing treatment ...

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Can I Get a DOT Physical at AFC Urgent Care?

" A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical is necessary for anyone looking to operate a commercial vehicle. There are certain tests and screenings that need to be passed in order to deem someone as fit to operate a vehicle. Peak performance and the ability to handle long hours are crucial to being a commercial driver. AFC Urgent Care Boulder County provides DOT physicals to all patients that need them. We have certified providers on staff that ...

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How Does STD Testing Work?

" There are several reasons why you may need to take an STD screening. You may have had a so-called “risky” sexual relationship with a partner whose past you do not know or have experienced a condom accident. These instances and other factors may increase the risk of contracting an STD, thereby prompting a need for an STD test. AFC Urgent Care Boulder County provides STD tests for all patients. We can test for all STDs ...

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How to Treat Swelling from an Insect Bite

" Depending on the insect, some bites can be worse than others. The effects of a bit could leave you with pain and inflammation, swelling, redness, itching, burning sensation, or several other unpleasant reactions. Each person’s body may respond differently to a particular insect bite. Some bites may need immediate treatment and could even be life-threatening. Knowing how to treat an insect bite is key in alleviating the discomfort that you may be experiencing, reducing ...

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What is a UTI?

" UTI stands for Urinary Tract Infection, and it’s an infection in any part of the urinary system. This includes kidneys, bladder, and urethra. A majority of UTIs happen in the bladder or urethra. If you begin to experience any of the symptoms or think you have a UTI, visit AFC Urgent Care Boulder County. Our physicians can diagnose your symptoms and provide accurate treatment to help you feel your best. What are the symptoms ...

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When do Seasonal Allergies Start?

" When “allergy season” begins can depend on what a patient is allergic to. Many people suffer from Spring and Fall allergies, but it can technically be allergy season all year round. Visit AFC Urgent Care Boulder County to get seasonal allergy treatment before your allergies even begin. Our physicians are trained to give you the best possible care and provide you with the options you need to feel your best this allergy season. Common Allergy ...

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Ways to Maintain a Healthy Heart

" 1 in every 4 Americans die from heart disease each year. It is the number one reason for death in adults. There are certain ways to maintain a healthy heart everyday that can impact your overall health. Visit AFC Urgent Care Boulder County for any routine questions or concerns with your health. If you believe you are having life-threatening symptoms, such as chest pain or difficulty breathing, visit an emergency room immediately, or call 911 ...

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How does Drive-up COVID Testing Work?

" As the pandemic develops, COVID testing is being conducted in a variety of ways to help keep patients and staff safe. One way to get tested is through drive-thru testing, where you never have to leave your car. AFC Urgent Care Boulder offers drive-thru testing for asymptomatic patients. This means, if you were exposed to someone with COVID but aren’t sure if you have it, your risk of catching it is even lower. How ...

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Reasons You May Visit an Urgent Care this Winter

" Cold, fever, flu, or sore throats are not uncommon in winters. You might have seen many people visiting healthcare centers as the temperature drops. It is because many times, the doctor’s office is closed when you need immediate medical assistance. This is where urgent care centers step in. Fortunately, AFC Urgent Care Boulder County offers extended hours into the evening and on weekends, and we do not require appointments for urgent care services. Here ...

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Does COVID-19 Cause Pneumonia?

" In severe cases, COVID can lead to complications of other illnesses, including pneumonia. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that can cause a cough, shortness of breath, fever, or chest pain. It is possible to develop more mild cases of pneumonia in moderate cases of COVID. In this instance, many patients may not know they have pneumonia as the symptoms are similar to COVID itself. For more information on COVID-19, read AFC Urgent Care ...

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Everything to know about Norovirus

" Norovirus is similar to food poisoning. It is a stomach bug that can make you feel very ill for a few days, but it typically resolves itself. It does not require any specific care, but AFC Urgent Care Boulder County can provide you with all of the information you may need. Learn more about the general illnesses we can diagnose and treat here. How is norovirus caused? Norovirus is extremely contagious and can be caught ...

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