Pink Eye is the commonly used term for the highly contagious infection known as Conjunctivitis. Conjunctiva occurs when the conjunctiva, the outermost layer of the eye, becomes infected. This can be caused by a virus, bacteria, or an allergic outbreak. Symptoms of pink eye include red or bloodshot eye, swelling, and watering of the eyes. It may also include a discharge. For treatment, bacterial conjunctivitis can be treated with an antibiotic. If it is caused ...
There are some well-known physical benefits to weight loss, such as improving joint health, lowering the risk of developing diabetes, and others. What are some of the unexpected benefits of weight loss? Call AFC Urgent Care West Hartford for health information and other health services. Our staff can provide resources for all relevant health concerns you may have. You’re less likely to get sick from a virus Obesity is directly linked with having impaired ...
A lingering cough after a long winter of suffering from a cold or the flu is fairly common. But when does a cough become something more serious? And when to see a doctor about a cough? In some cases, a cough can be a warning sign of a bad upper respiratory infection or something worse, and you will need to seek medical attention. AFC Urgent Care West Hartford has put together this blog to help ...
There is nothing worse than being outside and hearing the buzzing of a mosquito in your ear and suddenly you feel a quick pinch. Though a bite or sting is usually just a temporary annoyance, they can sometimes lead to further complications. Insects such as a mosquito inject a small amount of saliva into your blood to prevent the blood from clotting as they suck your blood. This causes the wound to become itchy, similar ...
Many mark summer not by BBQs and pool parties but by the addition of mosquitoes, which are becoming a much larger threat than merely a pesky nuisance. Over the past few years, we have seen cases of West Nile Virus being diagnosed, and in 2015 alone 10 cases of West Nile Virus in humans were detected in Connecticut . This past week, we learned of 4 new CT towns where West Nile Virus (WNV) carrying mosquitoes ...
Plants can brighten up a landscape, but some can be dangerous! This summer, AFC Urgent Care wants you to watch out for these poisonous plants, and to know what to do if you come into contact with them! Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac are the big three when it comes to poisonous plants — all have a similar chemical make-up that makes them very unpleasant to meet when you’re out hiking! All three ...
Nothing sends a parent into a complete state of frenzy than hearing their child has lice. You don’t know what to do first. Bleach every article of clothing your child owns, burn every hair brush and comb or simply move to a new town and leave the pesky creatures in the dust. Maybe you saw your child constantly scratching their scalp or telling you that they feel like something is crawling or moving on ...
It is that time of year again, when parents are taking their kids to the park or the playground, just as the bees are enjoying their time there as well. At West Hartford we anticipate getting many inquiries from concerned parents about bee stings, about how to tell of their child is allergic and what to do about it if they are afraid their child is allergic to bees and happens to get stung. With ...
Recently, four WTNH News 8 co-workers joined Kristin Gemme, a Physician Assistant from our very own AFC/ in West Hartford,to practice a a series of simple health tests you can do at home, designed to jump start a healthier lifestyle. Read more
On Wednesday, May 20, 2015 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will conduct a national Spanish-language Enlace session as part of an ongoing series of quarterly public engagements. This free session is an opportunity for Spanish-speakers to engage with us in their own language. During the Enlace, we will provide agency updates and answer your questions about Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). USCIS ...
