Join us as we explore the intriguing world of swimmer's ear, medically known as otitis externa. This common infection can put a dampener on your water-filled adventures, whether you're swimming, enjoying a refreshing bath, or working up a sweat. If you’re worried about swimmer’s ear ruining your summer fun, AFC Urgent Care Vernon is here to help guide you on how to avoid it and what to do if you get ...
If you have a broken bone or a fracture, urgent care may be able to help. Learn the different types of fractures (broken bones), what we treat, and when to go to the ER vs. urgent care. How Do You Know a Bone is Broken? Every year, millions of people break a bone. Broken bones typically result from a trauma like a fall, car accident, or sports injury. Medical conditions such as osteoporosis or repetitive ...
Men's health concerns change as you get older. In light of Men's Health Awareness month, AFC Urgent Care Vernon is dedicated to promoting preventative care, offering men the opportunity to get a check-up to address any issues early on, so they can resume life, uninterrupted. It's time to acknowledge that certain habits, such as unhealthy eating, high blood pressure that is unmanaged, smoking, untreated injuries, and neglecting doctor's appointments, will most ...
Physical for sports exams, also known as pre-participation physical examinations (PPEs), help determine whether a person is physically fit to participate in organized sports activities. This physical exam aims to identify any possible medical conditions that could put the athlete at risk for severe injury or illness during practice or competition. Sports physicals are typically done annually, though some states may require more frequent exams based on age and the type of sport being played ...
Just when you thought we were going to enjoy an early summer, an unwanted critter is something to watch out for. Ticks! They’re out and about this time of year and they’re not here for the warm weather. They’re here to latch onto you when you least expect it! Ticks, especially deer ticks that cause Lyme disease poses a serious health concern for the Northeast. Connecticut has seen an increase in deer ...
While it is possible to develop lower back and leg pain from COVID, there are also several other causes. As experts in urgent healthcare services, AFC in Vernon indicates why you might be experiencing back pain after COVID and explains some other reasons you might have lower back pain. Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID Lower back pain is a possible symptom of COVID-19. This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given ...
So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Vernon has answers, and treatment, for you. Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...
The healthcare industry has evolved to include telehealth urgent care, an innovative technology that has made it easier for people worldwide to access healthcare virtually. This medical service offers faster urgent care visits through virtual appointments, providing services from physical exams to diagnostics, which allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, providing care, support, and information from a distance. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with mobility or transportation issues, with busy schedules ...
Sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are very common, and the numbers are growing every year. As a matter of fact, we saw a big spike of STD’s and STI’s over the last 3 years during the COVID pandemic. Even though an STI is a sexually transmitted “infection” and an STD is a sexually transmitted “disease,” most people refer to STD as both STI’s and STD ...
Spring allergies usually occur when your immune system overreacts to an outdoor allergen, such as pollen. The most common allergens are pollen from wind-pollinated plants, such as trees, grasses, and weeds in the springtime. Pollen is the grains or tiny seeds of flowering plants, trees, and grasses. These seeds can be carried on the wind and can cause various symptoms, or none at all, in individuals who are exposed to them. For people with hay ...
