" Patients more than ever need accessible medical care during the COVID-19 pandemic. 2020 has proven to be a difficult year for many families, but trust in getting safe healthcare services is a particularly challenging concern for patients of all walks of life. Many families are not sure whether or not to forgo healthcare altogether due to COVID-19 restrictions and the need to quarantine at home. However, neglected necessary medical care and urgent care services may ...
" As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, patients need increasing access to physical medical facilities that can safely treat patients. In the greater Seattle, WA and Renton, WA area patients also need important preventive care services such as STD testing. Local news outlets recently covered the referendum on youth STD education and explained that high rates of STDs in youth populations exist due to lack of education, while publicly reported rates of STDs in general have grown ...
" With the coronavirus pandemic at its peak in the United States, all states are making necessary changes and updates to their traveling rules and regulations. Therefore, if you were planning to spend your vacation in another state, you must be aware of the updated rules and regulations. In some US states, you won’t find any such restrictions when it comes to travel. However, they have set some mandatory requirements related to traveling during COVID-19 ...
" After a series of lockdowns and exhausting months of both mandated and self-imposed quarantine, people are looking forward to the holiday season. But, traveling this holiday season looks different and super tricky. People are frustrated, lonely, and anxious. And, rightly so! For many of them, quite a chunk of time has passed without having seen their near and dear ones. This holiday season has come up with uncertainties and many questions related to travel. The ...
" People are busy between managing their own schedules, their family routine and staying safe throughout the current COVID-19 pandemic. When it comes to maintaining your health, you may not have time to go from place to place for different levels of care. AFC Urgent Care Southcenter is now offering primary care services along with walk-in urgent care to provide our patients with a one-stop location to get the care they need. There are many benefits ...
" The influenza virus affects millions of patients per year, with a season beginning in September and running through the winter until around Memorial Day. With between 100,000 and 800,000 hospitalizations and up to 60,000 deaths each year, making sure you and your family are prepared for flu season and doing what you can to prevent the spread and avoid catching the disease. Follow these steps to avoid the flu this year! Teach ...
" This flu season it is especially critical to prepare and begin prevention efforts early in order to stay healthy and provide an easier path to diagnosing a case of influenza or the active COVID-19 virus. Influenza is highly contagious and can spread quickly, especially through groups of people in close proximity including offices, dorms, classrooms, apartment buildings and your own home. The flu can be easily prevented with an annual vaccine and preventative measures. Are ...
" According to the Centers for Disease Control, workers across the United States will miss an estimated 17 million workdays due to the influenza virus each year, costing employers up to $7 billion dollars in sick days as well as losses in productivity. As a business owner, you have certain steps you can take to ensure the health and safety of your employees including scheduling flu vaccination clinics early in the fall, preventing the virus from ...
" Injuries can be sustained at any time due to unexpected accidents like trips and falls. While certain injuries can heal on their own, some may require medical attention to properly heal and to reduce potential for infection. Cuts often require stitches to close the wound and make sure it is properly cleaned out of infection-inducing bacteria. There are several factors that determine whether or not you will need stitches for your cut or laceration and ...
" As summer progresses, you and your children may want to spend more time outside, particularly on warmer, sunnier days when the rain and clouds break. Making sure your children know how to ride safely and use the correct equipment can help prevent injuries and accidents. Before your child gets on their bike, make sure you go over proper safety protocol. The Importance of Bike Helmets Anyone riding a bicycle should wear a properly fitting helmet ...
