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" If you are an employer and are in need of an occupational health program that provide efficient and affordable care, your number one choice is AFC Urgent Care in North Andover, MA. Our team provides pre-employment examinations, annual examinations, drug screenings, immunizations, vaccinations, health education programs and much more. Other types of occupational health services we provide are: Respiratory Fit Test Pulmonary Function Test Lift Test Tuberculosis Skin Test Vision/Hearing Tests AFC Urgent Care ...

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" AFC Doctors Express North Andover is a full service urgent care center providing non-life threatening treatments to the residents of North Andover and other surrounding towns. We offer a number of services, from minor cuts and sprains to blood work and physical examinations. Our walk in clinic is available to you 7 days a week, Monday through Friday 8 am to 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm. We understand ...

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" AFC Urgent Care centers are proud to staff together a professional team of Providers, x-ray technicians and medical assistants at each location! The team at AFC Urgent Care North Andover can diagnose and treat most non-life threatening injuries and illnesses and provide you with high quality care and a positive experience every time you walk out our door! We believe that urgent care should be provided by highly trained Providers, complete with a well-qualified medical ...

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" Did you know that Emergency Room visits in the past 20 years have increased by over 30%? The costs of these visits can add up, making it harder for families to afford the proper health care they need. Urgent care centers are 1/5 the cost of emergency rooms, and can treat most non-life threatening injuries and illnesses. AFC Urgent Care North Andover is a full-service walk in clinic that employs a staff of board ...

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" AFC Urgent Care North Andover has Flu Shots available! No appointments needed, just walk-in and get your Flu Shot at your convenience 7 days a week.  Flu Shots are covered by most insurances, and only $20 for self-pay patients. Some common Flu Symptoms can include: fever *( often but not always) body aches headache chills cough sore throat runny or stuffy nose fatigue sometimes diarrhea and vomiting The Flu can sometimes be deadly. To avoid the ...

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" 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 ...

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" Kids spend more time at school during the year than anywhere else, and while every parent knows the back to school season is filled with shopping excursions, new school supplies and other preparations, there is one other important thing many people forget. It’s time to make your children’s health part of your back to school to-do list. You know, something you can actually feel good about spending your money on! Whether they’re ...

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" Nothing feels better on a hot summer day than a dip in the pool. It’s a great way to keep kids — and parents! — occupied and happy. And while no one wants a damper on their fun, it is important to remember that pools can be dangerous places. While most trips to the pool result in a playful afternoon and fun memories, unfortunately drowning, poisoning and even chemical burns can occur. According to the CDC ...

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" Summer is approaching which means it is time to dust off those flip flops in your closet and let your feet breathe some fresh air after a long winter! A common skin infection that a lot of people come in contact with, especially in the summer, is athlete’s foot. While you should enjoy the warm weather, you should also take some precautions. Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection that affects the soles ...

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" Recently we saw a patient from Tewksbury, MA. The patient was pleasantly delighted with the overall service and professionalism that they received at AFC Urgent Care. Here is what the individual said about the service: “I came in feeling lousy and was impressed by the professionalism and short wait time. Dr. Goldberger was not only thorough and extremely informative, but funny and a pleasure to talk to. It felt good to go to a medical ...

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" Spring sports have started for local students including high schools and colleges. If you are participating in any of these sports, here are some tips to avoiding injury. Prior to participating, there are some steps you should take to prepare yourself. If you have been inactive for quite some time, it is important to condition your body before heavy physical activity. Prepare with light to moderate physical activity to work your way up. It is ...

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" Even a year later, many people still ask us on occasion what an urgent care center is and how we differ from your primary care or the emergency room. Urgent Care centers were formed to help fill a demand for health care. With primary care Providers becoming booked fast and emergency rooms becoming busier by the day, urgent care centers were created to help in the in between. If you can’t make an appointment ...

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" Spring officially begins in two days, even if it may not feel like it. However, for 35 million American’s each year, spring brings with it springtime allergies and symptoms including a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy and watery eyes. Pollen given off from plants in the spring and summertime is all around in the air. When this pollen enters someone with allergies, their immune system attacks it as if it were a virus or ...

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" Pneumonia is an infection which affects the lungs. Coughing, a fever, and difficulty breathing are common symptoms. Sickness can vary from mild to severe. Those already sick, babies, and older adults are more prone to severe sickness. An x-ray or blood test may be used for diagnostics. Pneumonia will go away and can be treated. Bacterial Pneumonia may be treated with an antibiotic. As always, get plenty of rest and sleep. Always drink plenty of ...

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" For students of Merrimack College, Spring Break is in less than a month. If your Spring Break plans include international travel, consider visiting a travel clinic before you leave. It is recommended that those who travel abroad be vaccinated against certain diseases depending on the country in question. For popular spring break destinations including Mexico and Dominican Republic, the CDC recommends Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccinations. They also go on to recommend Hepatitis B, Malaria ...

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" Bronchitis is a disease which affects the respiratory system. It is the inflammation of bronchial passages in the lungs which can shut off or restrict smaller airways in the lungs. This can result in coughing fits or breathlessness. Bronchitis can be classified as acute or chronic. Generally, acute bronchitis lasts a week or so. Chronic can last months and be frequent. Acute bronchitis is frequently viral but can at times be bacterial. Chronic bronchitis is ...

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" This winter in New England has been particularly cold and rough. We want to give you some tips on how to prevent frostbite in this bitterly cold New England winter. Frostbite is a condition which freezes skin and the tissue underneath. Areas most commonly affected are small areas which are exposed such as fingers, nose, and ears. Frostbite ranges from mild to severe. Mild frostbite typically can be treated by warming the skin. Severe frostbite ...

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" With winter comes many fun wintertime sports such as sledding, skiing, and snowboarding. But with these, often comes injuries due to negligence and unpreparedness. We want to give you some tips to staying safe during your winter sports. Stay in shape. Make sure you are warmed up before participating too. Muscles, tendons, and ligaments that are cold and tight are more injury prone. Do not participate if you are exhausted or already hurting. When exhausted ...

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" AFC Urgent Care North Andover turned 1 year old recently in December. We have treated over 10,000 patients since our offices opened in December 2012. We look forward to continuing to treat the people of North Andover and surrounding areas for their urgent care needs. Our staff remains committed to the health needs of the area. Make sure to visit us during our long operating hours whenever you need care immediately. To read more ...

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" AFC Doctors Express North Andover turned 1 year old recently in December. We have treated over 10,000 patients since our offices opened in December 2012. We look forward to continuing to treat the people of North Andover and surrounding areas for their urgent care needs. Our staff remains committed to the health needs of the area. Make sure to visit us during our long operating hours whenever you need care immediately. To read more ...

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