" There are some clear ways to determine whether you are suffering from the flu or just have a bad cold. At our urgent care center in Stamford we want you to know the signs and the symptoms of the flu. Watch this AFC Urgent Care Medical Minute to find out more about the flu. Both the flu and a common cold are respiratory infections caused by viruses. The symptoms of these infections can and do ...
" AFC Urgent Care Urgent Care Stamford has been named 2014 Business of the Year by the Stamford Chamber of Commerce. At its annual meeting, the Chamber of Commerce presented AFC Urgent Care owner Brad Radulovacki with the honor with Governor Malloy in attendance. In his presentation, Jack Condlin, Chamber president said: “Many new companies come to Stamford each year. One of the first things that Brad did was to explore the possibility, before he explored ...
" The flu vaccination is the easiest and most effective way to prevent the flu from occurring. With a flu vaccination, you make yourself 60% less likely to contract the virus. If you do contract the flu after you are administered the vaccine, your symptoms are usually less intense and shorter as your body has anti-bodies ready to fight the disease. Here at AFC Urgent Care we recommend you get the flu vaccination as soon as ...
" August is National Immunization Month, and school begins for most children right on its’ heals. Watch this Medical Minute on 2014 back to school tips and immunizations. We want your child (and you!) prepared and transitioned into school with as little stress as possible Out of the gate back to school basics: All children participating in fall sports require sports physicals (remember to bring the sports physical form with you) Immunizations and school physicals should ...
" Now is a great time to bring your children to AFC Urgent Care Stamford for back to school physical exams and immunizations and sports physicals. Just drop in anytime it’s convenient for you. We provide affordable, high quality medical care early and late, seven days a week. X-ray & Lab Services On Site Vaccinations and Physicals Most Insurance Plans Accepted "
" At AFC Urgent Care Stamford we are staying ahead of the game to you by bringing you the latest guidelines on sports related concussions and head trauma, and on how you can help keep your children safe when playing high impact contact sports. Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injury: Protect Your Kids Connecticut is one of the first states to enact new laws requiring all those working with athletes ( coaches, trainers, phys-ed teachers) and anyone working ...
" Urgent care centers diagnose a good number of hernias. Let’s explore the world of hernias! What are hernias? The hernias referred to in this Medical Minute are groin, or inguinal hernias,. More commonly found in men, an inguinal hernia occurs when part of the small intestine protrudes through a tear or weakness in your groin (the area between your abdomen and your thigh). Anybody can get an inguinal hernia, but it is more common ...
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 Stamford 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 ...
" Given the fact that it is Hypertension Awareness Month, we thought we’d take this opportunity to discuss the health risks that are caused by untreated high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, as well as what you can do to control and treat high blood pressure, if in fact you have it. Approximately one third of the US population has high blood pressure, according to 2012 CDC statistics, and out of those, almost half ...
" Stamford, CT, April 23, 2014 – AFC Urgent Care Stamford, a national leader in urgent care walk-in clinics, announced that Dr. David M. Lauren, D.O., has joined as medical director and lead physician effective June 2. The new Stamford facility, a time-saving, cost-effective alternative to the ER for many injuries and illnesses, is scheduled to open in mid-June. Dr. Lauren brings 20 years of experience in family medicine and urgent care to his new role ...
