" With this year’s overwhelming flu activity reaching every corner of the nation, it’s important to remain educated on the potential hot spots and preventative measures to avoid flu-related germs. Doctor’s offices, school classrooms, the gym, and even your workplace are among the top culprits for contracting seasonal influenza. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American adult spends more hours during the week at their place of work ...
" You’ve probably had that scratchy, itchy feeling. The one that starts in the back of your throat and suddenly turns into a painful burning sensation. Some people say it’s like trying to swallow broken glass. Now that’s a pretty vivid description of the common sore throat and if you have ever had one that bad then you’re not likely to forget it. Usually, a simple sore throat will come along with ...
" The weather’s cold, the days are short, and the cold and flu viruses are running rampant. It’s likely that sometime this season, you’ll find yourself with a bit of a cough. Coughing is the body’s way of trying to clear your airways. It’s a natural occurrence and is rarely the sign of anything serious. The cause of a cough varies widely and so do the treatments, but it’s important ...
" Most years, the terms “flu season” and “flu shot” are viewed as a pesky seasonal rite of passage, a nuisance, another thing on your to-do list. But this year, the virulent H3N2 virus — which has been circulating for 50 years and dubbed the “Hong Kong flu” — is getting peoples’ attention. The 2017–2018 flu season epidemic is expected to kill more than 50,000 people of all ages, many of whom appeared healthy “just a ...
" New Year’s resolutions fell by the wayside weeks ago (do you still do that?) and the cold and flu season has gripped the country in a vise that has been hard to shake. This time of year, the effort to live a healthy and balanced life can seem like a losing battle. Hey, don’t give up! Daffodils are sprouting. Spring is on its way. February is heart health month and Valentine’s Day ...
" Sports & Camp Physicals in Stamford, CT Children registering to participate in sports, camps, or school programs are often required to have a physical conducted. These physicals are required to make sure the child is physically healthy and not at risk for further injury or illness by participation. If your child’s primary care physician is overbooked and the sports season is right around the corner, stop by AFC Urgent Care Stamford! One of our physicians ...
" As the days get longer and colder, you’re more than likely spending more time indoors and less time outside in the cold. Being out in the sun all summer long can make you thirsty, but it’s easy to overlook the importance of staying hydrated all year. Staying hydrated is essential to overall health while maintaining functions in your body such as your heart, brain, and muscles. Some symptoms of dehydration include: Increased thirst ...
" According to a survey conducted by the NFHS, 2016-2017 season set an all-time high record of the participation rate in high school sports. To be specific, 7,963,535 high school athletes played at least one sport in the last season. That is an impressive number and it is expected that there will be even more young athletes joining the ranks this upcoming school year. Due to such a highly competitive nature of high school ...
Waking up with a sore throat, a runny nose, and a terrible cough during flu season would leave you to believe that you indeed have the flu. Even though you may have flu-like symptoms, you could be over-analyzing your symptoms. Here are a few ways to determine whether you have the flu or just a regular cold. You wake up sick: Most flu symptoms common on suddenly, while with a cold, you’ll often times ...
" Not only is this now the time of year for holiday shopping, it’s also the season for holiday travels! Traveling can expose you to a new culture, values, and unfortunately illnesses. There’s nothing worse than feeling under the weather when you’re about to embark on an exotic trip. Whether you’re traveling for work, a study abroad program, or leisure, they las thing you want to is get sick from drinking contaminated ...
