" Despite our best efforts to maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly, wash our hands and steer clear of germs, we’ve all experienced the inevitable sick day. You know what we mean. You may not be sure of the cause, but you just don’t feel so hot. Runny noses, upset stomachs, skin rashes, cuts and scrapes are just part of the drill when it comes to being human. And while we’d like to ...
" While there is a lot of talk about the ‘universal health benefits’ of going gluten-free, there are many aspects of the lifestyle that most people are still unsure or unaware of. We believe that there is some truth out there, but that it is also important to clear the air on some of the bigger gluten and gluten-free myths Myth #1: Everyone should try going Gluten-free! Unless you have been medically diagnosed with celiac disease ...
" Emergency Room Alternative in Stamford, CT Studies have shown that nearly 2/3 of all emergency room visits have been non-life threatening illnesses and injuries that could be handled at an urgent care clinic such as AFC Urgent Care Stamford. Those with non-life threatening ailments also find themselves with a long wait to see a doctor. AFC Urgent Care Stamford has little to no wait time and we always accept all walk-ins. ER visits can ...
" AFC Urgent Care Stamford provides a variety of Employer Services. Additional employee services we offer are: Respiratory Fit Test We can perform OSHA compliant qualitative fit testing for half-mask respirators and N95s. Pulmonary Function Test Our center can perform Spirometry testing to measure the speed and volume of employee’s breath. Lift Test We can test your employees’ ability to lift a required minimum weight using our lift tests. Vision/Whisper Test We can perform ...
" The school season is right around the corner, which means it’s also time for fall sports! Whether your child is signed up to play football, soccer, or track and field, you need to make sure they are healthy before they hit the field, court or track. A sports physical, also known as a pre-participation physical, is a physical required by most schools or recreational centers that assess the athlete’s health prior to the ...
" Your child’s growth is an important sign of health. A lot can change in a child’s or teen’s health within a year’s time. Having an annual physical is the best method of monitoring your child’s growth, health, and development over the years. These physicals are crucial to determine the health status of your child, as well as make necessary changes that can improve your child’s overall health. Here are ...
" AFC Urgent Care Stamford is offering discounted Back-to-School Physicals until August 11th, 2019 Parents that want to get a jump on their child’s back to school physical should visit AFC Stamford to get comprehensive checkups, immunizations, and preventive care their child needs before the school year! Our parents can rely on AFC Stamford’s expert clinical staff and urgent care team to complete their back to school physicals in a timely manner. In addition ...
" Vaping is a popular new way to consume nicotine. Originally, vaping and e-cigarettes were marketed as a safe alternative to traditional smoking. This new technology has become especially popular in groups of teens and young adults. The ability to use a vape indoors and the convenience of enjoying a variety of flavors draws in potential vape users. While vape manufacturers may lead you to believe their product is safe, it turns out there are actually ...
" Skin cells have the potential to become malignant and can lead to the development of cancer. In the U.S, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, with basal cell carcinoma (BCC) as the most common type of skin cancer and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) as the second most common type. Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer that often spreads. The risk for melanoma increases with overexposure to the ultraviolet ...
" AFC Urgent Care Stamford encourages parents to enroll their kids in sports. Sports teach kids discipline, give them a friend group and can keep them healthy! Sports have amazing benefits for kids of all ages and getting your child hooked in a healthy lifestyle is always a plus. However, sports such as baseball, hockey, football, soccer, lacrosse, and many others may require your children to wear protective gear. Picking the right equipment for your children ...
