" February can be a bleak month, filled with gray, dreary days and chilly, blustery nights. While the chill in the air can’t be blamed for bugs going around the office or school, the cold itself can irritate the body, causing minor ailments. Each winter season, doctors here at AFC find more and more patients complaining of some common winter issues, in addition to colds and flu. Topping the list of patient complaints are sore ...
" Back pain is a common complaint and frustration that most people will deal with at some point in their lives. If you have yet to experience any back pain, you should be taking preventive care to help reduce your risk of suffering from back issues in the future. If you are, however, suffering from back pain – you should seek medical attention so your doctor can help diagnose, treat and educate you on proper care for ...
" Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a scary report, outlining the severity of the flu this year. Due to an uptick in deaths attributed to the flu, the CDC declared the flu had reached epidemic status. While that sounds serious, there are still ways for you to ward off the flu and stay healthy this season. The flu is particularly troublesome for children under 5 — and especially under 2 — and for adults ...
" 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. Wash Hands Frequently Frequently washing your hands is one of the best steps you can take to stay healthy and avoid spreading germs to your ...
" “Yes, mom, we heard you! We know it’s cold out there. We’re grabbing our coats right now!” “This scratchy throat and runny nose will definitely get better with some homemade chicken soup.” “Of course we promise to cough into our elbows.” We’ve all heard our mothers’ best remedies and advice for cold and flu season, as well as some old wives’ tales that have been passed along from generation to generation. Whether ...
" AFC Malden is a full service walk in urgent care center providing services for non-life threatening injuries and illnesses, to residents in and surrounding the town of Malden. We treat a number of things from minor cuts and bruises to blood work and x-rays. We understand your time is valuable and we want to accommodate your availability as much as we can. We are open 7 days a week, including weekends, Monday through Friday 8 ...
" AFC Urgent Care centers want to provide patients with the best quality of care, which is why they hire board-certified physicians, x-ray technicians as well as a highly qualified staff of medical assistants. Our team at AFC Malden values respect, integrity and compassion, which is what we strive to bring with us when we go to work on a daily basis. Our team is known for advanced patient care provided by expert physicians and staff ...
" Did you know that over the past 20 years, emergency room visits have gone up by 30%? This can both break your schedule, as well as your wallet. Urgent Care centers provide reliable and affordable healthcare to most non-life threatening injuries and illnesses. We provide an alternative to long waits, large payments and frustrating waiting rooms. We are a full service walk-in clinic, completely staffed with board certified physicians, as well as medical equipment. We ...
" While flu season quickly approaches, it is important that you take the proper preventative care tips so that you and your family remain safe and healthy this winter. Be proactive. Always be aware of your surroundings. Be sure to cover your mouth when you sneeze or cough, wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap and if you are starting to feel sick – stay home. Limiting your interaction with others will reduce the risk in spreading ...
" We don’t know about you, but sometimes it seems like unhealthy temptations lurk around every corner! Whether it’s a whipped cream smothered coffee drink or a savory fried dinner option, making healthy lifestyle choices can be a challenge! At the same time, we are also bombarded by new health and lifestyle fads at every turn. From cleanses and superfoods to antioxidant drinks and workout programs, we are promised quicker, easier and more intense ...
