Guy’s, let’s face it; many of us are getting older and are starting to notice health changes. Perhaps you put on some weight in the past year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Maybe your last checkup was 5 years ago and since then, you’ve noticed that you’re more tired, achy and sicker than usual. We all know that as we get older, we’re more susceptible to injuries and health concerns ...
Ticks can ruin outdoor fun faster than ants at a picnic. That being said, if you're outside hiking or just walking around in your backyard, chances are you might be exposing yourself to ticks here in the New England area. Connecticut is notorious for having deer ticks that carry Lyme disease. These little buggers are not only small and sneaky, but if they latch onto you and are undetected for over 36-48 hours then ...
Sexually transmitted diseases, more commonly reffered to as “STDs”, and STI’s- Sexually transmitted infections, are a serious health matter than shouldn’t be ignored. STDs and STI’s are highly transmissible and if left undetected or untreated could possibly lead to long term health complications. Getting tested for an STD or STI can be embarrassing. We get it. There is usually a stigma around it suggesting that if you have an STD, you’re ...
Are you sneezing and wheezing more often lately? Is it another wave of COVID-19 or could it be spring allergies?! Spring allergy season often comes with sneezing, congestion, a runny nose and other bothersome symptoms. But, how does one tell the difference between spring allergies, and COVID-19? There are many overlapping symptoms! AFC Urgent Care Torrington is here to help answer “is it COVID-19 or Spring Allergies?” What’s the difference between COVID-19 symptoms, and ...
“I have a sore throat. Is it COVID-19 or Strep Throat?” Sore throats are very common when testing positive for COVID-19. But, we're also in the middle of winter. Colds, flu and even strep throat are pretty common right now as well! Don’t jump for joy if you’ve tested negative for COVID-19 but still have a scratchy and painful sore throat. Strep throat is not your typical “sore throat” that will go ...
Has anyone ever told you not to get a certain type of COVID-19 test over another? If yes, then you’re probably wondering why the type of COVID-19 test matters. Well to you, a COVID-19 test might mean one universal thing, but there are actually differences in reliability and accuracy as well as the method used to test for COVID-19. As testing options increase, so do the questions about what each test does and how ...
And yet another year with COVID-19, but this time with new testing options and COVID-19 vaccines to help reduce the spread and lift some restrictions in the U.S in time for the holidays. Thank goodness. During this time of year, we often get together with family and friends while spreading the joy of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year. But, with COVID-19 still present, we still need to be cautious of the Delta variant ...
It’s National Diabetes Awareness Month and it’s time to take diabetes to heart! AFC Urgent Care Torrington encourages everyone to get their blood sugar levels checked at least once a year. Why? Because millions of people in the U.S. are affected by this chronic health condition and there are millions who are not aware of the symptoms and signs that could lead to one of the more serious types of diabetes. Being ...
Do you remember when COVID-19 first came to the U.S? That was at the peak of Flu season, 2020, and many of us were confused about the symptoms because they often overlap with one another. As more information about the COVID-19 virus has become available over the past few months, we are now approaching the 2021/2022 flu season. AFC Urgent Care Torrington is aware of the possible “twindemic” and is ready to help ...
They’re back! Angry bee season is upon us. During the late summer and early fall, as they come to the end of their yearly cycle and prepare to die off, bees, especially yellow jackets, and wasps, become very aggressive and can potentially sting you if provoked. Bee stings hurt and for some it can be potentially fatal if you’re allergic. But, not to worry, there are plenty of things you can do to ...
