" Before 2020, New Year’s Resolutions were all about quitting alcohol, achieving more goals, and expanding one’s business. This January in 2021, most New Year resolutions revolve around staying safe from COVID and protecting one’s health. If you think you may have been exposed to someone with COVID or are experiencing symptoms, visit AFC Urgent Care Malden. We offer rapid and PCR tests to all patients. Differences between 2020 and 2021 2020 is ...
" Sinus infections are more irritating than they are harmful. It is possible to get acute sinus infections, but they can also be chronic and show up frequently throughout the year. If they go undiagnosed, it is possible you can have them for a few weeks. The physicians with AFC Urgent Care Malden can help you understand your symptoms and learn the best treatment options. For more information on the illnesses we treat, click here. Symptoms ...
" Bronchitis and pneumonia can feel very similar when you have a persistent cough that just won’t go away. Knowing the differences between the two lower respiratory illnesses can help with treatment options and can get you feeling your best again. It is important to monitor both illnesses for the severity of symptoms. Our trained physicians at AFC Urgent Care Malden can help give you the best care and recommendations on medications that can help ...
" With the holidays coming up, it’s best to have a plan ready if traveling home. There are a few things to keep in mind, such as general COVID regulations and governmental regulations. Some states have restrictions on traveling this season, and it’s better to be prepared than end up with a hefty fine for the new year. No matter your Thanksgiving or Christmas plans, remember wearing a mask and social distancing can help ...
" 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 ...
