We’ve all been there– it’s the night before a big test or your first day of work and you’re struggling to fall asleep. Tossing and turning before a big event is normal, but what if this is a nightly occurrence? Some of us may experience a constant struggle to fall asleep, which can affect our productivity levels during the day and our overall health and wellness. Knowing some proven strategies to get ...
Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. From planning costumes to picking pumpkins, families enjoy Halloween for a variety of reasons. While there is so much to look forward to on Halloween night, there is also a lot to keep in mind in order to prevent accidents and injuries. Keeping your family safe is just as important as letting them have fun on Halloween night. Continue reading for some tips to ...
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical is a medical exam that is necessary for those that drive commercial vehicles. The physical is required by law to ensure that commercial drivers are healthy enough to operate large vehicles. If you’re new to commercial driving and need a DOT physical, or if you simply need a renewal of your card, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care Paramus today! Our team of licensed, medical providers ...
Immigration Physical FAQs for New Residents An immigration physical is a necessary step you must take if you are planning to immigrate to the United States. Immigration medical examinations are used to check if new residents meet the health standards for admission, ensuring the health and safety of all communities. At AFC Urgent Care Paramus, our U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Designated Civil Surgeons are ready and available to conduct immigration physicals. Read some ...
Food Poisoning: What Are The Symptoms and Treatment? Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, is illness caused by eating contaminated food. If you’re experiencing food poisoning sickness, visit AFC Urgent Care Paramus on a walk-in basis to receive proper food poisoning treatment and start feeling better fast. Skip the home remedies and take control of your health and well-being. Our team may prescribe you antibiotics or replace lost fluids depending on how severe your ...
It seems like every other day, there is a new report of a disease outbreak. Measles, Mumps, Whooping Cough- these diseases are making a comeback and it is putting us all at risk. So why are vaccines important, and why should you get vaccinated? Vaccines are critical to our health and development as a society. That is why you can find the most common vaccines at AFC Urgent Care Paramus. AFC Paramus is available for ...
Bees are essential to the environment, and it's important to take precautions when around them. Bee stings can be painful, but there are ways to treat them. What is the best way to treat a bee sting? Keep reading to find out! AFC Urgent Care Paramus is here to help treat any bee sting and subsequent reactions. It's important to know when an allergic reaction is becoming anaphylactic, which requires emergency care in ...
If you've ever experienced coming into contact with poison ivy, you know that it can spread like wildfire. In fact, the plant is so notorious for its ability to cause misery that it has even been given its own nickname: "the rash from hell." So just how long does it take for poison ivy to stop spreading? What can you do to help speed up the healing process? AFC Urgent Care Paramus provides treatment ...
What if you had a cut on your finger and you needed some stitches? What would you do? Go to the ER or go to urgent care? Many people don't know the difference between the two, so they just go to the closest place. But, there can be a big difference in price and wait time. So, what's the best option for you? AFC Urgent Care Paramus is open seven days a week ...
Sunburns happen to millions of people each year. As people visit tropical locations for vacations, they increase their chance of getting sunburnt. Sunburns are caused by too much exposure to UV rays. They can happen from the sun itself or artificial sun such as tanning beds. It’s possible to get sunburnt when it’s cloudy, it does not need to be sunny. AFC Urgent Care Paramus provides sunburn treatment to all patients in need ...
