“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 ...
Is your child excited to go back to school in-person? They’re going to need an annual physical before they go. July and August are the months to get their annual physicals done. What your child needs before they go back to school is a full comprehensive physical that evaluates their overall health. Physicals are a great way to determine if they’re healthy, up to date on immunizations and cleared to participate in school ...
Summer is here, and those brave enough are getting our passports ready for a quick getaway. Rates of COVID-19 may be dropping in the U.S, but there are still other countries where the virus and its variants, specifically the latest- Delta variant still prevail. More than ever before, whether you're planning on going to another state or flying internationally, you'll want to prepare for COVID-19 and for other local illnesses. And no ...
With COVID-19 vaccination levels rising, many Torrington residents are getting ancy and are ready to celebrate this Fourth of July. It’s been two years since we’ve had a “normal” 4th of July, and this year many of us are getting out of the house to go to firework events, barbecues, family gatherings, and the beach. Finally! As we plan for these events, we also need to keep in mind some safety precautions as ...
With our current state of affairs and the stay at home fatigue setting in we are more inclined to head to the kitchen for that unnecessary snack or an extra portion during mealtime which leads to tummy issues and perhaps a bout or two of an upset stomach—and rightfully so. Especially since symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome aka IBS can be caused by stress, anxiety and an unhealthy lifestyle. When it comes to your ...
