Travel in the United States has slowly upticked even though a potential second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic is in progress. One of the U.S's most popular and desired destinations, Hawaii, has maintained its status as one of the most effective states at prevention due to strict travel guidelines. To curb the spread of COVID-19 infections, the state has partnered with AFC Urgent Care Denver to help ensure that all patients traveling to ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it harder and more anxiety inducing to get general medical services and with good reason. As cases continue to rise it is not easy to determine which medical provider can issue standard healthcare services with safety in mind. If you need a fast and reliable nearby urgent care center for preventive care, flu shots, x-rays, and more then consider AFC Urgent Care Denver: one of the only urgent care center ...
Flu season is nothing new and most people are familiar with the flu as it comes around each year. This year’s flu season is unique to any other year though. The presence of COVID-19 creates an added challenge for patients and medical staff to differentiate between the two. With many similarities between the flu and COVID-19, it can be difficult to tell them apart. Luckily, there are some key differences between the two illnesses ...
2020 has been a hectic year to say the least. Nearly every aspect of our daily lives has been changed thanks to COVID-19. Although people were hopeful things would be back to normal by now, that clearly isn’t the case. As everyone continues to deal with COVID-19, flu season is quickly approaching too. Getting prepared before flu season starts is the best way to prevent yourself from getting sick and keep those around you ...
Parents do whatever they can to keep their kids safe. Sometimes that means reminding them to wear a bike helmet, but other times it means taking household precautions during flu season to protect the entire family! Flu season 2020 is even more threatening as we battle the covid-19 pandemic at the same time, but there are plenty of preventative measures you can take to keep your family safe! Disinfecting Your Home High-touch surfaces of your ...
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that affects millions of people per year. While anyone can contract the flu, some groups are more susceptible than others. The flu is also more dangerous to certain populations than others. Our team will dive into who is at high risk from the flu and preventative measures everyone can take to avoid getting sick. Additionally, complications from the COVID-19 pandemic may influence patients to get vaccinated early or ...
With the dry air and the extended time indoors that winter brings, illness is prevalent this time of year. Sore throat, congestion, and fever all are things that can make us feel downright drained this time of year. It can be challenging to know which symptoms are a sign of the flu, strep throat, or just the common cold. It’s important to know the difference between these three common winter illnesses so that the ...
At AFC Urgent Care Denver, we are always aiming to serve as many patients in Denver as possible. And in our most exciting update of the year, AFC Urgent Care Denver University Hills is one of two urgent care locations opening later this year. At our University Hills clinic, we are starting out with COVID-19 testing and rapid testing for our local patients. Full service urgent care will open soon once we are able to ...
Since COVID-19 began to spread in the US there has been talk about the spikes in the number of cases. These spikes are often referred to as hotspots or waves of the virus. Fall and winter are typically seasons that see a higher number of illnesses like the cold and flu. That common knowledge has led many people to wonder if COVID-19 will spike in the fall just like the common flu virus does. There ...
Back-to-school time is just around the corner and the risk of flu season, COVID-19, and other seasonal health risks make for a tricky 2020 school year. Active prevention, frequent healthcare visits, and updating your child's immunizations are key to maintaining a healthy school year for your child or children. At AFC Urgent Care Denver, our team is ready to provide COVID-19 rapid tests to quickly identify your child's infection risk, vaccinations of all ...
When COVID-19 numbers began to rise, many employers started to lay off employees or ask that they work remotely from home. While COVID-19 cases are still on the rise across the country, employers are starting to send many of those employees back to work full-time. While it’s likely a relief to get back to work, are you really ready to return to the workplace? Is it Safe to Return to Work? After being told ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has surged in the last month with national totals now close to eclipsing 5 million positive COVID-19 cases. Social distancing, frequent COVID-19 testing, and access to rapid COVID-19 tests help track and evaluate a community's risk for widespread infections. But many patients are hopeful for a vaccine as they eagerly await for a new development towards the "new normal." But a vaccine may not be enough to completely rid ourselves of ...
2020 is the most challenging year for families of all sizes because of the impact of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. No matter where you live, or your current status, the virus has made life difficult. The economic, social, and healthcare impacts of COVID-19 are immense and drastically altered the day-to-day life of each person. For Denver families, the changes in urgent care access, need, and preventive care are now creating a "new normal" in ...
Most patients top healthcare concern is the COVID-19 virus. Cases now total over 3.4 million across the United States with cases exploding in the South, Midwest, and along the western coast. However, rates of deferred in-person healthcare are also on the rise as patients try to navigate their potential options for injury treatment, checkups, and other provider visits. Deferred care is the behavior of patients forgoing necessary medical due to a potential barrier to ...
COVID-19 is on the top of everyone's mind. The case count continues to grow as the U.S now has over 3 million cases nationally. In Colorado, cases continue to climb daily throughout the month of July. While the virus remains a constant threat to our public health, it is crucial that patients also take time to take care of other health needs that arise this summer. At AFC Urgent Care Denver, our team ...
Patients that need COVID-19 can get many different types of testing. As testing access continues to grow in the United States, patients will need to know what types of testing is available for their needs. Previously, patients could only get diagnostic swab testing but not have access to other options for COVID testing. As testing access expanded in the last three months, patients can now determine if they are ready to return to work and ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to mass confusion and disruption of daily life. In fact, as cases now eclipse 3 million (as of July 2020) nationally, patients may believe that any illness symptoms are the result of a novel coronavirus infection. Determining the cause of any illness symptoms is crucial for preventing an infection and knowing when to seek out nearby urgent care. COVID-19 symptoms include the following, which are extremely similar to cold, flu ...
COVID-19 testing is now becoming more and more available as states re-open and re-assess their infection control procedures. Healthcare providers just like AFC Urgent Care Denver are able to provide many types of COVID-19 testing to help patients return to work, determine their overall risk of re-infection, and ultimately stay as safe as possible in the coming weeks. However, other testing clinics and facilities do not have the same types of access and testing resources ...
COVID-19 testing facilities have an increasing amount of supplies to effectively screen and record cases of the novel coronavirus. The amount of healthcare providers that have gained recognition as a testing site grew significantly in the last month. But what should patients know about COVID-19 testing sites? Whether you are looking on Google Search, in a maps app, or elsewhere online, certain COVID-19 testing centers have certain features and availability for their patients. Many patients ...
Colorado is slowly re-opening businesses of all types and that means that a variety of risks are likely to re-emerge with people breaking quarantine. COVID-19 prevention at home and in the community is paramount for patients that may have higher-than-normal risks of an infection. The quarantine initiated back in March is slowly being lifting as businesses, workplaces, and offices begin to go back to normal schedules. With states re-opening, it is important to understand that ...
