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Getting Treatment for Acute Respiratory Sickness at Urgent Care

December 20, 2019

If you have experienced any sort of respiratory infection or ailment, you know just how debilitating and uncomfortable it can be. No one wants to go through their day sniffling, sneezing, and feeling light-headed. But when do these symptoms require medical attention, and where should you go? Find out these answers and more below.  What Is Acute Respiratory Sickness? Acute respiratory sickness is any sort of infection or ailment that affects the respiratory system. In ...

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What Does an Urgent Care Center Provide a Patient That an Emergency Room Can’t?

December 20, 2019

Many people don’t understand the differences between an urgent care center and an emergency room. You might think they are interchangeable and that both equally suit your needs; however, there are a few key differences that make one a better option than the other depending on your health concerns. Which one costs more? Do either accept health insurance? Where can you be seen by a doctor most quickly? Find the answers to these questions ...

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What should I know about the common cold?

November 22, 2019

Winter means extra family time due to the festive holidays, snow days from work and home, and for other occasions! However, the wintertime may also mean that your chance of getting sick from a common cold increases. This is because public experts have found that as more people spend time indoors during colder seasons it can lead to the spread of illnesses. The common cold affects people roughly 2-3 times each year, so it’s ...

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Late Fall and Winter Seasonal Care needs

November 21, 2019

Patients need seasonal care year round in order to maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle. Getting the necessary care each year can be difficult if you don’t explore all of your potential healthcare options. The good news is that AFC Urgent Care Methuen provides urgent care services for all seasonal healthcare needs whenever you need it! Simply visit our walk-in clinic anytime of the day, or year, to ensure that you get all kinds ...

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10 Common Illnesses to Watch for During the Fall

October 21, 2019

Fall is a time of year that many of us look forward to. With the pumpkin patches, Thanksgiving feasts, and trick-or-treating it’s hard not to! Unfortunately, fall is also a time when illnesses spread rapidly. More contagious diseases are prevalent during the fall each year than almost any other time of year. These are the 10 most common that you need to be on the lookout for.  Influenza  Flu season begins in the fall ...

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How a Workplace Flu Clinic Can Benefit Your Business

October 21, 2019

A workplace flu clinic is an option that some business owners have turned to as an investment to help not just their staff, but the company as a whole. A workplace flu clinic provides your employees free access to their annual flu shot without even leaving the workplace! Before you decide it isn’t worth the cost, take some time to consider all of the great benefits a workplace flu clinic could provide to your ...

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Healthy Fall Recipes for the Family!

September 27, 2019

As cooler weather approaches, everyone is spending more time indoors and inevitably becomes a bit less active. Combine those routines with heavy, hearty comfort food throughout the season and Thanksgiving feasts, and it is easy to see why the cooler months can be detrimental to health and weight loss goals. Here are 3 healthy recipes to help keep your entire family on track during the fall season: Snacks for the fall season Apple Chips These ...

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How to Plan Healthy Fall Activities with the Family!

September 16, 2019

Now that the temperatures are dropping and being outside is more bearable, you can consider spending more time outside with your family.  If you’re looking for some healthy, active, and safe fall activities for the whole family, we’ve got you covered with a few ideas. The list below can help families get the care they need ASAP! And as always, make sure that you visit AFC Urgent Care Methuen for flu shots, seasonal ...

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Why Do I Need a Flu Shot Each Year?

August 22, 2019

The flu shot is one of the best ways for patients to stay healthy and safe throughout the year. Without an updated flu shot, you may experience several uncomfortable symptoms and other inconveniences throughout the year. Roughly 40 million people in the United States become sick with the flu and thousands of patients experience hospitalization due to influenza. To protect against the virus, it helps to get a flu shot at AFC Urgent Care Methuen ...

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How to Prepare for Flu Season this Fall!

August 21, 2019

Flu season is just around the corner as the temperature begins to drop, the leaves fall, and the breeze gets a little crisper! During the fall, the flu begins to peak and could make you sick, which may put a damper on all the fun activities during autumn. Influenza infects over 40 million patients every year and causes thousands of hospitalizations for the must vulnerable patients. The flu peaks during the fall and winter as ...

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