" April is Stress Awareness Month, and as much as the word gets used, many do not know what stress does to the body. Likewise, the idea of stress management is lost on many who feel as if stress is an immovable force in everyday life. For these hurdles and difficulties that millions face, adequate methods to handle stress are crucial to the quality of life and happiness. Three Ways to Handle Daily Stress Stress relief ...
Autism is a huge factor in the lives of millions of people all over the globe. Whether it be a friend, brother, parent, or family member, autism is likely to influence the lives of everyone or someone close to everyone. Even if a personal friend or loved one does not have Autism, it probably has affected the lives of many, in significant ways and small. Understanding Autism is tricky, especially for those who do not ...
Fevers are common infections that occur when your core body temperature spikes above its average. They can happen on their own or as a side effect to another infection or virus, such as the cold or flu. You can check your temperature by leaving a thermometer under your tongue or in your ear according to packaging guidelines. If your fever goes on too long or spikes too high, you may require medical attention to determine ...
Spring is finally here and with it comes seasonal allergies. Whether you are going for a run or walking your dog, the chances of experiencing an allergic reaction increase with the upward trending temperatures, high winds, and rain. Making sure you are prepared for a potential reaction is critical to maintaining your health through the warmer seasons. Common allergens more present in the spring include: Pollen One of the most common spring allergens is pollen ...
Sports-related injuries are prevalent, especially in children. Despite their common occurrence, many parents and children don’t know what to expect when a sports injury occurs. Having an idea of what the next steps will help put your mind at ease when and if a sports-related injury does happen to you or your child. This is a glimpse into what you should expect after a sports injury. Assessment The first step towards recovering from a ...
The American healthcare system has been a hot topic of discussion for many years. From civilians to politicians and news networks, everybody has an option on healthcare in America. While everyone is entitled to that option, it’s important that it’s based on accurate information. Many myths are spread about the numbers and realities of our healthcare system. That’s why we decided to bring you the truth about American healthcare in simple and ...
Heart attacks are commonly depicted on TV and movies with crushing chest pain, left arm pain or tingling, and a sudden realization that you have a heart attack. While these stereotypical symptoms may be an accurate representation of the experience for men, the same can’t be said for women. There’s a lack of knowledge and education when it comes sot what a heart attack looks like in women and how to quickly identify ...
The new year is a time filled with new fitness and health goals for people of all ages. While the increase in people valuing their health is wonderful, it often leads to avoidable injuries from inexperienced individuals. Before you begin trying to improve your health with exercise, you need to put your physical health first by learning how to exercise safely! Don’t Try It Alone It can be tempting to jump head first into ...
November is known as the month of giving thanks but did you know it is also national skin care month? That’s right; our skin is the biggest organ of our body! When we think of our skin most of us immediately think of our face & don’t think about the rest of our body that is covered in it! In honor of National Skin Care Month AFC Urgent Care Paramus would like to give ...
" AFC Urgent Care Paramus would like to wish you all a happy Halloween! However, this spooky season ghost & ghouls aren’t the only things you should be scared of when you are trick or treating, the candy is the real monster! On Average, a child eats about 7,000 calories on Halloween night, that comes out to about 675 grams of sugar! Of course, we don’t recommend parents to limit your kids to a ...
