A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is a frustrating ailment that causes a runny nose, congestion, swollen and/or itching eyes, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms. While there isn’t necessarily a quick sinus infection cure, there are certainly ways that you can ease your discomfort and speed up your recovery.  If you’re suffering from sinusitis, know that you aren’t alone; approximately 90% of patients with colds have an element of viral ...

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Local urgent care centers in Elizabeth, or family walk-in clinics, offer patients convenient and affordable urgent healthcare services. When you visit a family walk-in clinic, you can expect quick, quality care at a fraction of the cost of your local emergency room.  Emergency rooms tend to be very busy and crowded and are associated with longer waiting times and higher fees. By going to a walk-in doctor’s office for a non-life-threatening illness or injury ...

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A sprained ankle is a very common injury that affects many athletes. Sprained ankles occur when the ligaments that support an ankle are torn or stretched, resulting in a moderate amount of pain and swelling. While this injury happens frequently in sports, it's possible to sprain your ankle during any sudden fall, twist, or impact in everyday activities. This blog will explore the recovery time of a sprained ankle and outline how soon athletes ...

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Coughing is a common symptom of many respiratory infections and various conditions, including bronchitis and pneumonia. Oftentimes, coughs can linger after the initial illness has subsided. It’s important to be aware of the various underlying health conditions that cause a persistent cough in order to know when medical care is necessary.  For same-day cough treatment, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care Elizabeth. One of our board-certified medical providers can diagnose your condition ...

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What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers.    What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...

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