Influenza can affect anyone– even healthy children and adults. Flu season typically picks up around October and can peak between December and February. Influenza is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization in some cases. Certain groups of people may be at a higher risk to flu-related complications. Continue reading to learn who is at a greater risk for flu, and how to best prevent illness for yourself and your community. Visit AFC ...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month– a time we can all take to promote screening and prevention of the disease. Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the United States every year. During this month, we can all take part in better educating ourselves about breast cancer symptoms and risk factors. Staying aware of the early signs of breast cancer can go a long way in preventing a severe outcome from the disease. At ...
Is Yoga Really Good For Your Health? As an exercise practice, yoga’s impact on health is met with a decent amount of skepticism. However, maintaining a regular yoga routine can provide you with physical and mental health benefits. Read about how yoga can be added to your routine to help you stay healthy, and the various benefits it brings toward improving your overall health and wellness. Engaging in yoga will help you focus on ...
Back-to-School Health and Wellness 2022-2023 As summer break wraps up, it’s important to refocus on preparing for the school year. When the leaves fall and the air cools, cases of sickness– including cold and flu– increase in our communities. To keep your child healthy this school year, learn about some safe practices your child can implement in their daily routine to prevent them from getting sick and missing class. It may be a busy ...
Meningitis is a serious infection that can cause life-threatening complications. The meningitis vaccination can help protect you from this disease. Continue reading to learn more about meningitis and receive any necessary vaccine today at AFC Urgent Care North Bergen. Our center provides preventative care and urgent care services to all patients in the area. Visit us today, with no appointment necessary! What is meningitis? Meningitis occurs when there is an infection of the meninges, the ...
There has been a lot of talk about monkeypox lately. Some people are asking if it is highly contagious, and others are trying to determine how long the virus can survive on surfaces. We will take a look at what we know about monkeypox and its potential for spread. Keep in mind that the information available is limited, as this disease is still evolving, but any information that can help keep you safe from this ...
Burns happen. They can occur from cooking indoors, grilling, styling hair, starting a bonfire, and so much more. First burns can often be treated at home, but second and third-degree burns are much more severe. AFC Urgent Care North Bergen has the tools to help treat certain second-degree burns, but it’s important to understand the differences. Friction burns, sunburns, and burns from chemicals are also possible, but they are either less common or cause ...
Sun poisoning is more common than you might think. If you are spending a lot of time outdoors and don't take proper precautions, a typical sunburn may become more severe. Sun poisoning is a result of a burn from UV light that causes redness, pain, and inflammation. Sunburns can happen in as little s fifteen minutes. AFC Urgent Care North Bergen provides treatment for sun poisoning, as long as it is not life-threatening. If ...
If you spend too much time in the sun without proper sun protection or clothes, you are likely to get burnt. Anyone can get a sunburn, regardless of their skin tone, which can lead to premature aging, precancerous lesions, and skin cancer. Once your skin has been burned, there is not much anyone can do to fix the skin itself, however, treatments are available to soothe your symptoms. AFC Urgent Care North Bergen provides treatments ...
Dehydration can become life-threatening if it’s not taken care of on a hot day. There are easy ways you can maintain hydration throughout the day, but it’s important to be aware of the signs of dehydration. AFC Urgent Care North Bergen provides dehydration treatment to patients. If you are suffering from symptoms and can’t seem to hydrate, our providers can use intravenous fluids to help out your body. Symptoms of Dehydration As ...
