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As much as we try to prevent them, accidental injuries happen every day. One of the most common injuries that can occur when playing sports or in the kitchen, is a cut. While most moderate cuts heal quickly without complications, sometimes they can become infected if not treated properly. This blog will explain how to tell if your cut is infected and when to seek medical care. For same-day acute injury treatment, visit the walk-in ...

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Sinusitis, often referred to as sinus infections, can cause a wide range of uncomfortable symptoms. The symptoms associated with sinus infections can inevitably vary from person to person, which tends to leave a cloud of confusion around the condition. Depending on the underlying cause and severity of the infection, sinusitis can lead to facial pain and congestion to even dizziness or vertigo. This blog will explore how sinus infections cause dizziness and what you can ...

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Local urgent care centers in Lyndhurst, or family walk-in clinics, offer patients convenient and affordable urgent healthcare services. When you visit a family walk-in clinic, you can expect quick, quality care at a fraction of the cost of your local emergency room.  Emergency rooms tend to be very busy and crowded and are associated with longer waiting times and higher fees. By going to a walk-in doctor’s office for a non-life-threatening illness or injury ...

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What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers.    What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...

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Headaches are a common ailment that most people experience at some point in their lives. While most headaches are not serious and can be relieved with over-the-counter pain medication, there are some instances where it may be important to seek medical attention for a headache. This blog will explore some symptoms associated with severe headaches that may call for treatment. For same-day urgent care services, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst. Our ...

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A fever is a common symptom of many illnesses, and it can be a natural response to infection or inflammation. However, if a fever is too high or lasts for too long, it can cause discomfort and potentially lead to other health problems. This blog will explore a few ways you can treat a fever quickly at home, and when to seek medical attention. For same-day general illness treatment, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC ...

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This holiday season, you may be preparing to travel. Whether you’re flying to spend time with extended family this Christmas, or you’ve decided to take a trip abroad for the New Year, the airport is projected to start getting fairly busy. The airport is a hub of activity with people coming and going from all over the world. Unfortunately, this comes with the risk of being exposed to various illnesses. When traveling this ...

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This winter, you may spend some time ice skating, Christmas shopping, and sipping on hot cocoa. However, as with any hot drink, it’s common to accidentally burn the roof of your mouth– an irritating and painful sensation that may linger on for the rest of your day. Although burns on the roof of your mouth aren’t normally a life-threatening injury, they can still be painful and require much needed relief. This blog will ...

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Not only is the holiday season upon us, but the season for influenza as well. Influenza (the flu) is a common, contagious viral illness that affects approximately 1 in 5 people each year. The symptoms can leave you feeling unwell for weeks, and can be potentially severe for some groups of people. The best way to prevent contracting flu is to receive your annual flu shot.  Flu vaccination is safe for everyone over six months ...

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Recently, cases of RSV have begun to peak in our communities. RSV stands for respiratory syncytial virus, and affects nearly all children by age two. However, RSV is not only diagnosed in children and can actually affect people of all ages. If your child is sick with RSV symptoms, it is possible they can pass those symptoms onto you. Knowing the signs and symptoms of RSV and whether or not you’re in a high-risk ...

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