Dehydration Prevention Tips

July 7, 2014

<div class="entry-content clear" itemprop="text"> <p>This past weekend on June 21<sup>st</sup> marked the first official day of summer which means the days are longer and the warm weather is here to stay! Temperatures are beginning to rise resulting in warm mornings, hot days and sticky nights – making it difficult to find a decent time to exercise or plan activities outside.</p> <p>Dehydration is a common result of hot temperatures and your body not having enough fluids to balance you out ...

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Heat Stroke Symptoms & Treatments

June 13, 2014

" Summer is quickly approaching which means temperatures will be rising and the days will become longer and hotter than usual. One thing to be careful about in the next couple of months are signs of heat stroke. Heat stroke occurs when your body’s internal temperature reaches 104?F or higher. It is typically caused by hot temperatures or strenuous exercise in hot weather. Heat stroke is more serious than heat exhaustion because it affects ...

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Heat Stroke Symptoms & Treatments

June 13, 2014

" Summer is quickly approaching which means temperatures will be rising and the days will become longer and hotter than usual. One thing to be careful about in the next couple of months are signs of heat stroke. Heat stroke occurs when your body’s internal temperature reaches 104?F or higher. It is typically caused by hot temperatures or strenuous exercise in hot weather. Heat stroke is more serious than heat exhaustion because it affects ...

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Sunburn and Sun Poisoning Prevention

June 11, 2014

" The warm weather is here which means people will be flocking to the beaches like moths to a flame. There is nothing wrong with enjoying a little bit of sun; however it is very important to wear sunscreen so that you don’t suffer from those dreadful sunburns. Even though sunburns can occur at any time of the year, they are most common in the summer because of the Sun being closer to the Earth ...

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Patients in Framingham MA Love Us

May 16, 2014

" After recently making a visit from Framingham, MA, this patient was extremely satisfied with their first experience at AFC . This individual was impressed with not only how fast the X-ray process took but the proper referral they received. Here is what they had to say: “My first experience with Doctor’s Express was extremely positive. I thought that I?d broken my hand (since confirmed). This did not necessitate a trip to the ER since ...

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Summer Camp Physicals

May 7, 2014

" Spring has finally arrived in Natick, MA. After a gruelingly long winter, it seems like everyone is falling under the warm weather spell. Thoughts of swimming, trips to the beach, evening trips for ice cream, and SUMMER CAMP have, once again, become impossible to ignore. If you, or a loved one, have plans of attending summer camp stop by AFC in Natick at 945 Worcester St, Natick, MA 01760 and get an up to date ...

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AFC Natick is a National Registry of Certified Medical Examiner

April 4, 2014

<div class="entry-content clear" itemprop="text"> <p><img loading="lazy" class="alignright size-full wp-image-3418" alt="National Regristy of Certified Medical Examiniers FMCSA" src="https://www.afcurgentcarenatick.com/wp-content/uploads/NRCME.gif" width="162" height="126">By May 21, 2014, all certified medical examiners must be on the National Registry database, and drivers must obtain a medical examination from a certified examiner.</p> <p><b><i>Health care professionals who perform medical examinations for interstate truck and bus drivers must be trained, tested, and certified on the specific physical qualifications that affect a driver’s ability to safely operate the vehicle.</i></b></p> <p>The National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) is a new Federal Motor ...

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AFC Coloring Contest

March 31, 2014

" AFC Urgent Care in Natick MA is hosting a coloring contest! By entering, you will be eligible to win a brand new iPad Mini! Rules are below! We can’t wait to see the awesome work everyone does.   AFC Coloring Contest Details: Who can participate? Residents of Ashland, Bellingham, Berlin, Bolton, Boxborough, Dover, Framingham, Franklin, Harvard, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hopedale, Hudson, Marlborough, Maynard, Medfield, Medway, Milford, Millis, Natick, Northborough Sherborn, Shrewsbury, Southborough, Stow, Sudbury, Wayland, Wellesley ...

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Warts

March 25, 2014

" Caused by the Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, Warts are skin growth. ?There are over 70 different types of identified warts. Warts are very common and can be anywhere on your body from your hands to your feet. ?Warts spread through direct contact through viral infection. Along with infecting others, you can potentially re-infect yourself by touching a wart and then touching another part of your body. Warts can be easily treated. At home remedies include ...

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Spring Allergies

March 18, 2014

" Spring has sprung. March 20th is technically the beginning of spring, even if the ground is still covered in ice and snow. Spring heralds seasonal allergies for more than 35 million in America. ?Pollen and other particles, produced in the spring and summer, enter our environment and can trigger an exaggerated reaction in those whom have allergies. This reaction can include itchy eyes, watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose. The higher the pollen count ...

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