" COVID-19 shares a lot of common symptoms with many other viruses. This time of year, it can be hard to tell the difference between COVID and the flu. Understanding the differences is a crucial way to keep yourself and your loved ones safe this flu season. Preliminary CDC data has shown that up to 56 million people have been infected with the flu for the 2019 to 2020 season. With that number still climbing, adding ...
" Flu season is something that comes around each year without fail, but the 2020 flu season comes with some additional challenges thanks to COVID-19. The best way to protect your health this winter is to be prepared and knowledgeable on both the flu and COVID-19. Let’s look at some of the basics you need to know to avoid getting sick, as well as what to do if you do get sick. Preventing the Flu ...
" Washing your hands frequently is one of the most effective ways to stay healthy, kill germs lingering on your hands and prevent the spread of COVID-19. You should make sure you are washing your hands after handling food, most surfaces, communal objects and touching other people throughout the day, especially before touching your eyes, nose or mouth. How you should be washing your hands Germs are present on nearly everything, from your computer keyboard to ...
" Millions of Americans, including people in Massachusetts, faced a major change in the way they work and go to school this year after COVID-19 surfaced. After months of closures in order to contain the virus and begin to flatten the curve, businesses in Massachusetts, including Middlesex County, are beginning the process of reopening. Going back to work after working in the safety of your own home, or not working at all, is a scary thing ...
" Sinus infections are most common in the colder months when other illnesses can lead to you feeling congested. Some of the key symptoms of a sinus infection include heaviness or fullness in your face, especially around your eyes and nose where the sinuses are located. Learning when you have a cold and when you are experiencing a sinus infection is critical to getting the right treatment and getting quick relief. Causes of a Sinus Infection ...
" It’s that time of the year, where influenza, also known as the flu, has made itself known. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has stated influenza is still circulating, and the strain H3N2 can cause serious illnesses. Cases of H3N2 are seen more often now than earlier in the year. If you have the following symptoms, it’s essential to seek medical attention: Cough Sore throat Stuffy or Runny Nose Chills or Tiredness ...
" It’s essential to monitor your cholesterol levels, especially if you have a history of high cholesterol. Simply put, cholesterol is a fat-like, waxy substance your body needs to work efficiently. It is found in animal products and produced in the liver. Even though your body needs it, having too much puts you at risk for coronary artery disease. Because you’re at risk for coronary artery disease, if cholesterol levels are too high, it ...
" Spraining an ankle is never an enjoyable experience. Still, there are a few ways to make the healing process feel easier. An ankle sprain can happen when planting your foot the wrong way, twisting on uneven ground, during sports, or even too much force being applied to your ankle joint. Different treatments exist, and some are more reliable than others. The effectiveness of medications and healing time really depends on the severity of the sprain ...
" STDs are sexually transmitted diseases that are spread during sex through the mouth, anus, and vagina. The most common symptoms are no symptoms at all, so for those who are sexually active, regular testing is very important. Many STDs are curable, but some are not. By practicing safe sex, there are many ways to prevent STDs if you are sexually active. Condoms For those participating in penetrative sex (either including a penis or even a ...
" The common cold seems to hit at the most inconvenient of times – right before a big project, exam, or the holidays. Prevention is the key to staying healthy all year long and these easy tips could be just what you need to keep colds, flu and other illnesses at bay. Flu season is also here and the change in weather can be a factor in coming down with an illness. AFC Urgent Care Malden is ...
