" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
" 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 ...
