Aren’t all COVID tests the same thing? No, they’re not all the same. Rapid COVID tests may all produce rapid results, but the method of testing or the type of test you decide upon has its differences. If you’re confused about which one to get, then you’re in the same boat as many other people, especially after the holidays. Chances are you may have been exposed, as the Omicron variant is ...
Tis the season to be COVID-19 free, fa la la la la, la la la la! Going to an event this Christmas? You can’t forget about Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and the New Year too. December is filled with holidays, so let’s make sure you plan a health and safety checklist when planning a COVID-19 free holiday season. COVID-19 is still around, although we now have vaccines for it and new testing options. Whether you ...
Are you at risk for diabetes? How is one supposed to know if they have diabetes in the first place? In light of Diabetes Awareness month, AFC Urgent Care West Springfield encourages everyone to get checked out for diabetes. Why? because Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects more than 30 million people in the United States. This is why it’s important to not dismiss the warning signs as diabetes can easily be ...
With COVID-19 still circulating across the nation, we’re now heading into Flu season. Don’t overlook the importance of the Flu vaccine. Both COVID-19 and the Flu can knock you off your feet. If you're concerned about when to get vaccinated for the flu or COVID-19, The CDC recently announced that you can get both vaccines at the SAME time. As some of you may have already gotten vaccinated for COVID-19, this will ...
With COVID-19 still circulating across the nation, we’re now heading into Flu season. Don’t overlook the importance of the Flu vaccine. Both COVID-19 and the Flu can knock you off your feet. If you're concerned about when to get vaccinated for the flu or COVID-19, The CDC recently announced that you can get both vaccines at the SAME time. As some of you may have already gotten vaccinated for COVID-19, this will ...
Have you noticed there are more bees out lately? It’s not your imagination and they seem more aggressive these days. Why? Because we’re approaching angry bee season! Late summer into early fall is the height of the "angry bee" season. As bees and wasps near the end of their life cycle, they become increasingly aggressive and ready to sting. Everyone reacts differently to bee stings and it is important to differentiate between a ...
Summer is halfway over and it’s time to start preparing for back to school. Whatever grade your child is entering, they’re going to need a back to school physical. Why? Because this school year kids are going back in-person. If your child got away with skipping their physical last year because everything was virtual, this is not the year to miss out on one of the most important physicals to date. A FULL ...
