An aging body has changing requirements to stay in good health. Sudden pains, high blood pressure, heart disease – all of these can show up as a person gets older. But how do you prevent or fix these issues, especially when you’re aging? The good news is that it is possible to experience healthy aging, but you need to know a few key things. Here are a few scientific tips on healthy aging. AFC Urgent ...
If it feels like every meal is a battle to get your child to eat their veggies, you know just how difficult it is to get kids to eat healthily. And while it’s easy to throw in some chicken nuggets for lunch (again), it’s not the most nutritious diet for a growing child. Luckily, there are a few tricks you can try out that will help your child eat healthy foods without any ...
Back-to-school is right around the corner. Most schools require some sort of physical exam in order for your child to begin classes, sports, and extra-curricular activities. If you haven’t brought your child to get a back-to-school physical before, there are a few things you should know. AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst provides school and sports physicals to all children. You never need an appointment, and our providers can make proper recommendations based on your child ...
The Delta variant of COVID-19 is impacting communities throughout the world. Places that thought the virus was over for them are being affected by the variant. The CDC has found many trends consistent with the Delta variant that we will talk about here. First and foremost, it’s imperative to keep in mind is how contagious it is. AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst providers COVID-19 testing for all patients. Visit our center today if you being ...
Depending on the cause of your burn can impact the severity of it. There are many different causes of burns, and it’s important to be aware of your surroundings. Unfortunately, accidents happen, and burns can be unavoidable. Knowing what type of burn can be treated at AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst, however, can save you time, money and get you feeling better fast. Visit AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst for any second degree burn that is ...
Unfortunately, sports injuries come with playing any kind of sport. They bring pain and discomfort, but worst of all, they can take you out of the game. No athlete wants to be sidelined, but it’s best to treat your injury and heal then return to get back into competition form. Treatment takes time, and you must be willing to be patient while putting in the work necessary for a full recovery. If you maintain ...
Migraines affect roughly 34% of Americans, with women disproportionately affected. Most migraine sufferers have a family history of migraines. While some migraine sufferers experience a couple of migraines a month, others have chronic daily migraines with a minimum of 15 migraine days in a month. The exact cause of migraines is still a mystery, but it can be a debilitating condition that can interfere with your quality of life and daily routine. Visit AFC Urgent ...
Staying hydrated all summer will not only make your skin glow, but it will make you feel your best. Hydration is extremely important to your health all year, but it is crucial throughout the hot summer months. AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst wants you to be safe and healthy this summer. Learn more about our hydration tips, and visit us for any summer ailment or injury. Recognize the Symptoms of Dehydration Early signs of dehydration are ...
Swimmers ear happens when the outer canal of your ear becomes infected and inflamed. It isn’t contagious, but it is common in children and those who spend a lot of time in the water during the summer. AFC Urgent Care Lyndhurst can help treat Swimmers ear when the infection first begins. It’s important not to leave it untreated, as further complications can occur. Symptoms of Swimmers Ear Symptoms will vary in severity and ...
" Children and their parents both spend most of the winter season wishing for warmer weather to come back. Spring has finally sprung, and the warm weather you’ve been wanting is here! Being able to spend more time outdoors is good for the entire family. While the sunshine may be beneficial to your physical and mental health, springtime pollen will put a serious damper on the family fun if you have a child suffering from ...
