" Walk-in Clinic in Stamford, CT It’s easy to confuse the differences between minute clinics and urgent care centers. While many big-named pharmacies and superstores across the nation offer minute clinics to customers, they generally lack in services they can provide. Most minute clinics offer services like flu shots and strep throat diagnoses on a walk-in basis, but they don’t administer physicals or provide treatment for minor injuries. At AFC Urgent Care Stamford, we ...
" Whooping Cough Vaccine in Stamford, CT Your health is our top priority here at AFC Urgent Care Stamford. Whether you’re suffering from symptoms of the common cold or a severe illness like Pertussis (whooping cough) you can trust that the comprehensive, personalized care you need is available 7 days a week at our state-of-the-art urgent care center. Our team of board-certified physicians and medical professionals is experienced in providing accurate diagnosis and treatment for ...
" Your sexual health and safety should always be top priority, but since it’s Sexual Health Awareness Month, let’s take a closer look at everything you need to know about sexual health and safe sex. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 20 million STD infections occur in the United States. Some individuals and groups who are at risk for contracting STDs include young adults, gay and bisexual men, and ...
" National School Backpack Awareness Day, on September 26, is a day for educators and physicians to come together to spread awareness about the neck and back pain that can come from lugging around a heavy backpack day after day. The National Occupational Therapy Association sponsors this day each year to spread awareness and share tips about preventing injury from carrying a heavy backpack. Germs are another safety hazard when it comes to backpacks. So, let ...
" Getting ready for back to school means being in and out of stores for school supplies, clothes, and more! Another important back to school task should include taking your child to the doctor for a back to school physical or wellness check. With the hectic schedule and never-ending list of things to get done before class is back in session, you may be wondering why back to school physicals are so important. In many states ...
" Everything You Need to Know During Immunization Awareness Month Immunizations and vaccinations are something that most people have received in their lifetime, but do you know why they’re so important? Understanding what diseases vaccinations can protect you and those around your from makes getting them seem like a no-brainer. Why are vaccinations so important? Vaccinations help your body build up an immunity to a disease, making it nearly impossible for you to catch it ...
Summertime brings many opportunities for outdoor activities. From camping and hiking to playing tag in the backyard, kids and adults alike can enjoy the warm weather. Make sure your family takes the following precautions to avoid missing outdoor fun due to mosquito and tick bites. Before you go outside: Use bug repellent on your skin and clothing. The CDC recommends wearing an EPA-registered insect repellent that contains active ingredients such as DEET or picaridin. Wear ...
" Poison ivy is the most common allergy in the United States, affecting about 50 million people every year. The rash from poison ivy is caused by an allergic reaction to urushiol, an oily substance in the leaves, stems and roots of poison ivy, through direct contact. Urushiol is also found in poison oak and poison sumac, which means the rash can be contracted by interacting with any of the three plants. Other than direct contact ...
" If you’re planning a trip anywhere, especially outside of the country, there are certain medical precautions you need to take to protect yourself and your loved ones. Knowing what vaccinations to receive, what medications to pack, and other necessities can seem like an endless list, but it doesn’t have to be. Let’s take a look at five steps you can take to medically prepare for your vacation before taking off. Get Vaccinated ...
" June is celebrated as Men’s Health Awareness month. It’s incredibly important to do regular checkups once every year. These checkups will not only tell you crucial numbers about your current health condition but also inform you of any existing or future complicated illnesses. Lots and lots of men are guilty of putting off annual wellness checks for one reason or another. Some are too busy, some are afraid of what their doctors will ...
