Telehealth and Telemedicine FAQ for Patients: Fall 2020 Edition

September 15, 2020

" COVID-19 has led people to adapt to a whole new type of normal. The healthcare system is no exception to that new normal and finding ways to limit foot traffic in healthcare facilities has been a top priority. Whenever patients can avoid visiting a healthcare facility, the risk for them either contracting or spreading COVID-19 is lowered and this helps to protect the community as a whole. Let’s discuss some of the most commonly ...

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Safe Seasonal Fall Activities for Fall 2020

September 14, 2020

" Having fun during a global pandemic has been challenging to say the least. With many places being closed or changing the way that they operate; it’s been difficult to find things to do outside of the home. When you do find something to do, you have to wonder if it’s safe or not. Staying home for months at a time isn’t good for your physical or mental health. Taking a trip to ...

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Is a Vaccine for COVID-19 On the Way Soon?

July 22, 2020

" People all across the globe are eagerly waiting for scientists and medical researchers to come up with a COVID-19 vaccine. People cannot wait for pandemic restrictions to lift so they can live their lives freely and retain a sense of normalcy.  In this case, we have good news for you, because recently, certain research organizations and biopharma firms have developed a new vaccine to treat COVID-19 patients. Scientists are finding promising results because the supposed ...

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Is COVID-19 Testing Expensive for Me?

July 21, 2020

" Right now, the U.S. has the largest number of COVID-19 positive patients all over the world. The number has reached a whopping 3.5 million cases. It means that a massive chunk of the population experienced an infection and many others may have symptoms of the virus. For this reason, COVID-19 testing is on the rise in the nation. There are testing facilities within major hospitals and urgent care centers. People are getting themselves ...

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COVID-19 Testing Know-Hows for Patients

May 18, 2020

" COVID-19 testing is more available than ever as more and more patients have access to multiple testing types. However, patients need to make sure that their nearby urgent care providers and testing facilities have ample testing supplies. Finding a local clinic that provides testing may be much easier than finding a clinic that has all your testing needs available. AFC Urgent Care North Andover provides both COVID-19 swab testing and coronavirus antibody testing for patients ...

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What Should I Do to Treat Sinusitis?

April 17, 2020

" Sinusitis, also known as sinus pain, is an uncomfortable illness that affects a high number of people each year. The number of sinusitis cases is on the rise during cold and flu season, so knowing how to treat it is important! There are home remedies and medical professional treatments available, but do you know what treatment is right for you?  Telemedicine Urgent Care for Sinus Pain Sinusitis and Sinus Pain is treatable through telemedicine urgent ...

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COVID-19 Travel Questions for Patients

March 18, 2020

" Since coronavirus has become a global concern many travel plans are changing or being put on hold. People who have plans to travel are left wondering if they’re able to keep their plans and what the risk really is. Check out this coronavirus travel FAQ for answers to put your mind at ease.  However, many healthcare organizations, cities, and towns are recommending that patients practice social distancing to help avoid the spread of the ...

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How Can I Prepare for My Upcoming DOT Physical?

February 20, 2020

" DOT physicals are required by law for all truck drivers to maintain their certification. The DOT physical process is annoying to most drivers, but it’s important to ensure you’re healthy so you aren’t putting yourself or others on the road at risk. DOT physicals assess your overall health, risk for certain medical conditions, and more. There isn’t a way to drastically alter your DOT physical results, but there are a few ...

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How Can A Patient Treat Ear Infections at Home?

February 20, 2020

" Ear infections are a common condition that many people face. If you’ve ever had one, you know how painful and unpleasant they are. Treating ear infections at home is very difficult, but it can help to shorten the length of the infection and make symptoms more manageable. These are a few tips you should keep in mind next time you’re suffering from an ear infection!  What Causes an Ear Infection?  Ear infections most ...

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How to Treat Sinus Pain and Prevent It

January 23, 2020

" Cold and flu season often comes along with some other symptoms that aren’t fun to deal with. One of the most common, and the most annoying, is sinus pain. Sinus pain is something that you may not be able to avoid, but there are steps you can take to help relieve the pain and get back to normal more quickly!   What is Sinusitis?  Sinusitis is a fancy way of saying sinus pain. More specifically ...

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