" It is an employer’s responsibility to ensure workplace safety by taking the necessary steps to lower accident risks throughout the year but this is particularly important during winter months. Workers’ compensation is a term that most companies fear, but a solid medical staff can help reduce the risks and manage cost more effectively. If the situation in which worker’s compensation becomes an issue, AFC Urgent Care is the team to help. Our walk-in ...
" The influenza virus is a seasonal epidemic that typically hits the United States around October and can last until May. Even though this is a yearly occurrence, there are still some misconceptions about the flu and what people should do to protect themselves. To keep our readers informed, we are doing a two-part series on important facts people should know about the flu. Part two will be released next week. The flu is not just ...
" The influenza virus is a seasonal epidemic that typically hits the United States around October and can last until May. Even though this is a yearly occurrence, there are still some misconceptions about the flu and what people should do to protect themselves. To keep our readers informed, we are doing a two-part series on important facts people should know about the flu. Part two will be released next week. The flu is not just ...
<div class="entry-content clear" itemprop="text"> <p><img loading="lazy" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3864" src="https://www.afcurgentcarenatick.com/wp-content/uploads/winter-643263_960_720-300x197.jpg" alt="winter-643263_960_720" width="300" height="197">After an unseasonably warm start on the East Coast, winter is finally letting us feel its chill. It might seem like yesterday that high temperatures were breaking records all over the place, so it can be easy to disregard the recent cold. Winter weather can present a lot of hazards, though, so it’s important to be aware of what might happen in your area and be prepared for what winter may bring. Here are ...
<div class="entry-content clear" itemprop="text"> <p><img loading="lazy" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3853" src="https://www.afcurgentcarenatick.com/wp-content/uploads/Christmas-tree-1384438897_35-300x200.jpg" alt="Christmas tree" width="300" height="200">It’s the most wonderful time of the year — that is unless your Christmas tree causes you to have an allergic reaction. More than one-third of American households will put up a Christmas tree during the holiday season, and if you find yourself sneezing with a runny nose and itchy eyes once the tree is up, you might have a case of “Christmas tree syndrome” — an allergic reaction to your tree, real or artificial ...
" This year, about 50 percent of people in the United States will attend at least one holiday party. For about half of us, our employer will host a party for us. About 20 percent of us will even host our own. With those numbers, it’s easy to see a lot of potential pitfalls ahead. So don’t let yourself get caught off-guard, read this guide to see how AFC can keep you happy and ...
<div class="entry-content clear" itemprop="text"> <p><img loading="lazy" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3827" src="https://www.afcurgentcarenatick.com/wp-content/uploads/thanksgiving-964165_640-300x225.jpg" alt="thanksgiving-964165_640" width="300" height="225">Turkey, pumpkin pie, loved ones and gratitude are hallmarks of the season. We sit around the table, poised to dive into tempting treats, and talk about our comfortable homes or new jobs or time spent with family. We are thankful.</p> <p>Being thankful means pausing to think about what is important in our lives, as well as <i>why</i> these things are important in our lives. As the words “I’m thankful for my health” cross your ...
" If ever there were a time during the year that all workers dread, it has to be flu season. Sniffling coworkers, wheezing kids and running out of tissues or hand sanitizer can make the months of flu season extremely stressful, even if you’re one of the lucky ones who remains healthy. Every year, American businesses lose billions of dollars in sick days and lost productivity. Experts estimate the economy will lose about $20 billion ...
" Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. One out of every 11 Americans has diabetes, and 86 million more are pre-diabetic. The American Diabetes Association estimates that the United States spends about $245 million every year on health care for people with diabetes, and recent projections have determined that as many as one in every three adults will have diabetes by 2050 if nothing changes. Type 2 ...
<div class="entry-content clear" itemprop="text"> <p><img loading="lazy" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3812" src="https://new.afcurgentcarenatick.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/US_Navy_021019-N-9593M-007_Flu_shot_preparations-214x300.jpg" alt="" width="214" height="300">The crisp air, the crunchy leaves, and the sniffles in our offices and classrooms give it away; it’s officially the beginning of fall. While the season may be beautiful, the flu that always seems to come with it is certainly not. To protect yourself this flu season, you need to know exactly how the flu operates, so you can separate myth from fact. Here are some of the most common myths about the flu ...
