" Making sure your family is protected against the flu is important as we move into fall and winter looms on the horizon. Influenza is a highly contagious virus that is most common between October and May, peaking between January and March. While you can stay healthy by washing your hands frequently and getting enough rest, the most effective way to prevent contracting the flu is by getting your annual flu shot at AFC Urgent Care ...
" Accidents can happen at any time, from cooking dinner to opening mail to tripping on the sidewalk. While most injuries can be treated at home with antibacterial and a bandage, deep cuts and gashes may require stitches in order to make a full recovery and reduce the chance of infection. Follow these guidelines to see if your cut needs stitches! Signs your cut will require stitches Depth Your cut may be deeper than it initially ...
Keeping our children happy and healthy is the priority for every parent, but sometimes it’s easier than others. During the school year, children are at a much higher risk of getting sick because so many other children surround them. In general, children have weak immune systems that aren’t fully developed. There’s nothing you can do to make their immune system grow faster, but there are ways to protect them until they’re ...
It’s our job as adults to keep the children around us safe. Safety is especially challenging when children are participating in more high-risk activities, such as sports. Sports come with certain dangers that are to be expected and may not be within our control, but there are some steps to take to help prevent injuries as much as possible. Use Safety Equipment Each sport has its own recommended safety equipment. Rather it’s a ...
" Break out the lunchboxes and the three-ring binders, back-to-school season is upon us again! Amid the mad dash for backpacks, pencil cases, and the rapidly approaching school bus, it’s easy to forget about the health concerns of going back to school. Back-to-school time is also prime time for germs and bugs; an enormous number of children spend most of the day in close contact and touch a lot of shared surfaces (e.g. desks ...
" Safety Tips: Protecting Your Family at The Pool Nothing feels better on a hot summer day than a dip in the pool. It’s a great way to keep kids — and parents! — occupied and happy. And while no one wants a damper on their fun, it is important to remember that pools can be dangerous places. While most trips to the pool result in a playful afternoon and fun memories, unfortunately drowning, poisoning and even ...
" Urgent care centers have become a great alternative to traditional treatment at a hospital, but they’re not just for immediate treatment anymore! AFC Urgent care center can complete lab testing you need to be done. We are able to complete the same tests as a hospital, but they’re able to do so in less time at a lower price. Why Do You Need Lab Testing? Many people question why lab testing is so ...
" Taking time off from your daily responsibilities is stressful to think about. How will your work manage without you? What about household chores stacking up? The list goes on and on. Because of that stress, many American’s don’t take a summer vacation or any holiday for that matter. Other countries offer a certain number of mandatory days off. Unlike those countries, American’s aren’t given a certain amount of days off per ...
" Summer is a time when many people begin making healthier choices. There’s something about the sunshine and warm weather that helps create healthy habits. While those summer habits are great, they don’t have to stop just because the weather cools down! Start incorporating these healthy habits this summer and then continue them all year round. Shopping in Season A common excuse for not eating healthy is the cost. While healthy foods can be ...
" Independence Day is right around the corner, which means now’s the time to start making your plans! Fireworks, cookouts, and time with family is the traditional celebration from one coast to another. While the 4th should be a time filled with fun and laughter, it all too often becomes a time filled with danger and injury. Use these tips to help keep your family safe this 4th. Leave it to the Professionals Firework displays ...
" Summer is just around the corner, which means your child may likely need an updated sport or camp physical before participating in any recreational activities. Even if your child completed a physical in the prior year, they may likely need an updated exam. However, parents may not understand that sport and camp physicals also provide a valuable healthcare service for their children. Many of these exams help children determine if they are healthy to participate ...
" Spring is finally here and after a long winter! Spring may be, but unfortunately, this means allergy season is back! If you suffer from allergies, then you know this time of the year can be challenging. Things such as taking a walk, going outside or even going to work can turn into a hassle. AFC Urgent Care Lynhurst is here to give you some pointers on beating allergies in the workplace this year! Why Allergies ...
" As summer draws closer, many start to wonder about a current workout plan and what improvements could be made. In a lot of cases, little to no exercise is occurring, and starting can seem very daunting. That’s truer for adults at any age who suffer from joint pain. Healthy habits are hard to make when pains and aches are a constant strain on daily life. The added effort and energy needed to exercise sounds ...
" In a world filled with technology, deadlines, and never-ending schedules, finding the time to create a proper sleeping schedule seems impossible. While it’s easy to push sleep down on your list of priorities, your health could be paying the price. A lack of sleep has been linked to weight gain, headaches, falling asleep while driving, and many other serious health risks. March is home to national sleep awareness week, so we figured it would ...
" You’ve likely come in contact with an anti-vaxxer or two by now. If you haven’t, you’ve undoubtedly read the controversy surrounding the movement online. Anti-vaxxers are a group of people that refuse to vaccinate their children because they claim the vaccines themselves are not safe. From claims that they’re no longer needed to argue that they cause autism, there seems to be a never-ending stream of false claims in the anti-vaxxer ...
" Heart disease kills roughly 610,000 people in the United States annually, which amount to 1 in every 4 deaths, based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) statistics. Risk factors including high blood cholesterol, obesity, and hypertension are major risks that can lead to the development of heart disease down the line. It is important for patients to understand that decisions including lifestyle choices, diet, exercise, and limited drug use can help reduce ...
" At the most unexpected times, you may find yourself in a situation that requires first aid treatment. For those sudden and unexpected injuries, a basic set first aid skills can help stabilize injuries and create better treatment outcomes for patients. Performing first aid could even mean the difference between life and death if someone experiences a medical emergency that requires emergency room (ER) care. Knowing some of the basic first-aid steps can help improve your ...
" The latest trend in the world of elective health procedures is vitamin IV infusions. We decided to take a closer look at the trend to learn a little more about the process, potential benefits, and actual evidence supporting those claims. Before you set up an appointment and begin shelling out hundreds of dollars for a vitamin IV, you’ll want to read this! What Is It? A vitamin IV is a treatment administered directly into ...
" Winter is now in full effect, which means the flu is at its most infectious peak! While it may not seem like you’ll get the flu, or believe your immune system is strong enough to fight it off, it is still important to actively prevent the flu. Influenza (the flu) season can start as early as September and last into the spring, which means that no one person is ever really out of the ...
" 2019 has just begun, but fitness is already trending! New year’s resolutions only scratch the surface of the fitness craze that’s expected to continue this year. With the fitness trend taking off, knowing when and how to hop on board is intimidating. 2019 is the year of breaking traditional fitness barriers – check out some of these fun ways you can stay on trend this year! Get Fit Without A Gym Gym membership fees ...
