" Traveling this holiday season does not look the way it has in past years. The COVID outbreak has changed many things for everyone all over the world. The CDC has very specific precautions to take if you are planning to travel during the holiday season. AFC Urgent Care Waltham is here to provide you with any information you may need regarding COVID-19. The first thing to do if you plan on seeing any family is ...
" Being sick is never fun, but some illnesses are even more annoying than others. One that tops the list and affects a high number of people each year is bronchitis. Bronchitis is a unique illness because it can be either acute or chronic. Let’s take a deep dive into everything you need to know about this pesky illness! What is it? Bronchitis is a condition that refers to the irritation of your bronchial tubes ...
" As discussed in our last blog on sore throat, treatment for a sudden sore throat includes getting immediate urgent care services as well as a variety of at-home remedies for sudden symptoms. Sore throat, or “pharyngitis,” causes millions of patients to miss work, school, and other important commitments. If you believe you have a sore throat, we highly recommend that you visit AFC Urgent Care Waltham for sore throat treatment! Our urgent care staff can ...
" Each year, millions of patients experience a case of pharyngitis (lar-in-gi-tis) due to an infection in the throat, nasal passages, or anywhere in the upper respiratory system. Pharyngitis, which is the medical term for sore throat, impacts nearly 20 million individuals each year and usually requires an immediate medical visit. Sore throat is more likely to affect patients in the colder months of the year, like December to February, as more an more infectious diseases ...
" The peak of flu season usually happens between the end of fall and early winter as the temperature begins to drop more and more. Without a flu shot, patients are likely to experience several uncomfortable symptoms and potentially weeks of missed school or work. Healthcare providers do a great job of recommending the flu shot several months in advance so patients can stay immune ASAP. Most campaigns heavily emphasize the need for early vaccination, which ...
" We understand how stressful the holiday season can be. Cooking for the family, decorating for the guests, and shopping for, well everyone, can be extremely taxing. However, once everything comes to fruition with the festivities you’ll believe it is was worth it. Even with a stressful holiday season, it is important to ensure that you set some time to address your healthcare and wellness needs. Stress and anxiety can lead to other health problems ...
" As the seasons change, your injury risks do as well. Fall is a time when many people, adults and children alike, start to reset their routines as school ramps back up. Many children begin participating in sports again, and many adults head back to the gym. The increase in activity increases the risk of an injury. Risk can also increase for those who are transitioning from a summer sport to a fall one. Follow these ...
" For many children and adults across the country, fall signals a time for sports to start. That also means that injuries from sports are also on the rise. Heavy-contact sports, such as football, ramp up on the fall, which does lead to some of the increase in injuries. However, even non-contact sports can result in injuries. Preventing Injuries The best way to treat injuries from sports is to prevent them from happening in the first ...
" While for many of us, fall brings to mind colorful leaves, pumpkin spice, and caramel apples, it is also a reminder of the upcoming flu season. Once the flu shot is available in your area, it is not too early to receive the vaccine. There are several benefits to receiving the flu shot once it is available. Flu protection for the majority of flu season By receiving your flu shot early, you gain immunity for ...
" Children are more likely than adults to receive their flu vaccinations. Many parents want to protect their children from getting sick, and back-to-school physicals or wellness checks for toddlers and infants are a convenient time to get this vaccination. However, many adults do not get annual physicals like they should. When an adult is already sick and at their primary care physician’s office, it may not be an optimal time to get the flu ...
