Spring is in the air and so is pollen! March 20th is technically the beginning of spring, even if the ground is still covered in ice and snow. With the sporadic climate changes we are seeing, spring allergy season is starting early this year. If you often suffer from seasonal allergies, you would be one of the first to know that spring season comes with itchy eyes, watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose. The ...
“We’re seeing more patients than ever at our urgent-care centers who are reporting sore throats,” says Dr. Vincent Meoli, regional medical director of AFC in a recent interview. With the Omicron variant making its way around Massachusetts you’re probably wondering if that’s the reason for your ‘sore throat’. However, it’s not not the only winter illness going around this season. We’re still seeing patients come in for colds, flu, and ...
With the Omicron variant circulating around Massachusetts, you may be worried about all the gatherings you went to over the holidays. Chances are you may have been exposed. This is why it’s important to keep on testing, so we can avoid any unnecessary spread of the virus. But, which rapid COVID-19 test should I get? Does it REALLY matter? Yes, your choice of COVID-19 test matters because you don’t want to get a ...
We just made it through Thanksgiving and here we are at Hanukkah! December is going to go by quickly as we approach the Christmas, Kwanza, and New Year celebrations. Are you taking precautions to avoid getting COVID-19? How about precautions to avoid the spread? Thankfully, 2021 brought us good things like vaccines for COVID and new rapid testing options. But, there are still people who aren’t vaccinated, and the highly contagious Delta variant is ...
Diabetes is a serious health condition that impacts the lives of many people in the United States. Being diagnosed with diabetes often leads to other health complications which may lead to other health risks. In light of November being National Diabetes Month, AFC Urgent Care Springfield wants to help educate those who are at risk of developing diabetes so that they can manage their blood sugar levels now so that they can prevent developing diabetes ...
For the majority of people, September and October are considered annual flu shot months. For others it’s also time for their COVID-19 booster shot. And just so you know, for those eligible, The CDC states that you can get both your booster shot (or your 1st time shot) and a flu vaccine at the same time. AFC Urgent Care Springfield is aware of the possible “twindemic” and is ready to help our friends and ...
For the majority of people, September and October are considered annual flu shot months. For others it’s also time for their COVID-19 booster shot. And just so you know, for those eligible, The CDC states that you can get both your booster shot (or your 1st time shot) and a flu vaccine at the same time. AFC Urgent Care Springfield is aware of the possible “twindemic” and is ready to help our friends and ...
BUZZ BUZZ…We’re now approaching angry bee season! During the late summer and early fall, bees and wasps become really aggressive and are more likely to sting you if provoked. Specifically, yellow jackets are the ones getting angry and stinging everyone because they’re getting close to the end of their life cycle and are preparing to die off. Bee stings hurt!.... and for some they can be potentially fatal, if you’re allergic ...
Come August, your child is going to be needing their annual physical to prepare for a new school year. It’s the most important physical of the year and it covers a whole lot more than a sports physical or check up. And, guess what?! This school year is going to be In-person. So, if your child skipped their physical last year, you don’t want them to miss this. An annual physical will help ...
Every adult who is sexually active should get tested regularly for STDs. This will help you understand your own physical health, but also the health of your partner. In 2018, over 1.7 million people tested positive for chlamydia. If you know you have an STD, you should always use protection, and talk to your partner. STIs can also cause problems later in life if they are not dealt with. AFC Urgent Care Springfield offers ...
