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So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in North Bergen has answers, and treatment, for you.  Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...

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Urgent care clinics are an increasingly popular alternative to traditional emergency rooms for acute care. Urgent care provides quick and convenient access to medical care for a range of non-life-threatening conditions– from influenza to RSV. One area in which urgent care centers are particularly beneficial is pediatric care. While your little one’s health can bring about a feeling of worry, you may be left with several questions about how urgent care centers handle pediatric ...

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Do you experience seasonal illness symptoms year after year when spring finally arrives? While the spring season brings about many opportunities to get outside and enjoy the warmer weather, it’s also a time when various illnesses tend to surface. With the weather changes, people can experience allergies, colds and other springtime-related illnesses. This blog will explore how to recognize and treat common illnesses during this time of year and when to seek medical attention ...

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The healthcare industry has evolved to include telehealth urgent care, an innovative technology that has made it easier for people worldwide to access healthcare virtually.  This medical service offers faster urgent care visits through virtual appointments, providing services from physical exams to diagnostics, which allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, providing care, support, and information from a distance. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with mobility or transportation issues, with busy schedules ...

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Congratulations on the new job! Of course, you might need to complete a pre-employment physical before you can start. What is a pre-employment physical? Why is it necessary? What can you expect to happen during your physical? Knowing the answers to these questions can help you prepare for the next step in your career. This blog will answer some frequently asked questions about pre-employment physicals. To have your physical done today, visit AFC Urgent Care ...

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You’ve finally recovered from a recent UTI, and now you're wondering: can the infection come back? Unfortunately, a UTI, or urinary tract infection, can return. It makes a return for a few different reasons. Knowing the ins and outs of a UTI can help you prevent future infections and pain. For same-day UTI diagnosis and treatment, visit AFC Urgent Care North Bergen today. Signs and Symptoms of UTIs There are a few classic ...

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Congratulations on the new job! Of course, you might need to complete a pre-employment physical before you can start. What is a pre-employment physical? Why is it necessary? What can you expect to happen during your physical? Knowing the answers to these questions can help you prepare for the next step in your career. This blog will answer some frequently asked questions about pre-employment physicals. To have your physical done today, visit AFC Urgent Care ...

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You’ve finally recovered from a recent UTI, and now you're wondering: can the infection come back? Unfortunately, a UTI, or urinary tract infection, can return. It makes a return for a few different reasons. Knowing the ins and outs of a UTI can help you prevent future infections and pain. For same-day UTI diagnosis and treatment, visit AFC Urgent Care North Bergen today. Signs and Symptoms of UTIs There are a few classic ...

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Urgent care providers offer convenient, time-saving alternatives to visiting an emergency room for minor, non-life-threatening medical conditions. These healthcare centers typically have shorter wait times and offer services like X-rays, urgent treatment of colds and flu, sprains, strains, and fractures, on-site lab tests, and physicals. Urgent care centers provide efficient diagnoses of various health problems, ranging from minor to severe. Some are also equipped with on-site lab testing capabilities so that patients can get results ...

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A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is a frustrating ailment that causes a runny nose, congestion, swollen and/or itching eyes, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms. While there isn’t necessarily a quick sinus infection cure, there are certainly ways that you can ease your discomfort and speed up your recovery.  If you’re suffering from sinusitis, know that you aren’t alone; approximately 90% of patients with colds have an element of viral ...

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