It is the debate many have been having for years. Can the flu shot give you the flu? That's an easy one—the answer is no. And the flu vaccine is your best defense against getting the flu. But if you do come down with the flu this season, our team at AFC Urgent Care West Islip wants you to know what to do. Read on as we offer some insight. How Long Does ...
Did you know that 6 million Americans experience pink eye every year? Crazy, right? Our team at AFC Urgent Care West Islip wants you to know the signs to watch out for when it comes to pink eye, as well as steps you can take to prevent the disease from occurring. What Is Pink Eye? Although most cases of pink eye (also known as conjunctivitis) are due to a viral infection, it can also be ...
We all suffer from stress every now and then. However, when stress starts to take a toll on our day-to-day life, it is to the point where even our own health is at risk. Therefore, our team at AFC Urgent Care West Islip wants to offer you tips on how you can become better at managing your stress so that your health isn't negatively affected. What Can Stress Do to Our Health? A small ...
We all want our children to succeed as much as possible in life, including in school. While the first day of school may still feel like a while off, there's no better than now to begin preparing your child for success. Our team at AFC Urgent Care West Islip wants to offer you tips on how to do just that. How Can I Help My Child Have a Good First Day at School? The ...
According to the American Cancer Society, one in five Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70. Since everyone is at risk of skin cancer, it is everyone's responsibility to take care of their skin. Our team at AFC Urgent Care West Islip wants to offer you tips on how you can take better care of your skin this summer. Who Is at Risk of Skin Cancer? While anyone can get skin ...
