During the early spring months, both allergies and mild illnesses are common. If you’re suffering from mild symptoms, it can be difficult to determine whether you are suffering from spring allergies or you have contracted an illness. Keep reading to learn more about how to determine whether your symptoms are being caused by an illness or allergies, and the treatment options available for both. AFC Urgent Care Back Bay offers same-day illness care and ...
Spring break is an exciting time of year to catch up on some well-deserved rest and decompress from a stressful semester. However, it can be tempting to try to overdo it to take advantage of the time without classes and exams. If you’re hoping to enjoy your spring break and come back to campus feeling refreshed, keep reading to learn some helpful tips for avoiding illness while traveling for spring break. If you need ...
Stress is a part of daily life. Whether you’re a working professional or a Boston college student, stress is inevitable. A healthy amount of stress can help you stay motivated and push you to work hard. Excessive stress however can have damaging effects on your health over time. If you’re constantly feeling stress, it is important to find ways to manage your workload and work-life balance to promote a happy and healthy lifestyle ...
Whether you’re traveling with your family, or with your college friends, spring break is meant to be just that - a break. No one wants to return from spring break feeling sick and worn down. If you plan on traveling for spring break this year, it is important to take precautions to ensure that you can return from spring break in better health than when you left for break. If you’re in need of ...
Feeling sick can interrupt your daily life. In many cases, your illness may be accompanied by a fever. Fevers are a natural response to an infection and occur when your body heats itself up to try to kill off a virus or bacteria. Regardless, fevers can cause unwanted symptoms and sometimes can indicate that something more serious than just a cold is going on. Learn more about what causes a fever and when to seek ...
With spring just around the corner, the weather patterns have begun to change. If you’re someone who regularly experiences headaches around seasonal changes, your headaches may be linked to the change in the weather. Learn more about how changing weather can lead to headaches and when to seek medical care for persistent headaches. AFC Urgent Care Back Bay offers same-day care for the whole family, including students, in Boston, MA. The clinic is open ...
Suffering from illness symptoms that only seem to be getting worse? The flu can cause severe illness, even in healthy adults. Learn about signs that may indicate that you’re suffering from the flu and the treatment options available for the flu at urgent care. Visit AFC Urgent Care Back Bay for same-day illness care available to patients in Back Bay and the surrounding Boston communities 7 days a week. Signs You May Have The ...
If you’re sexually active, it is important to get tested for STIs regularly. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) can affect anyone who is sexually active and are probably more common than you think. Early diagnosis and treatment can help protect you and your sexual partners. AFC Urgent Care Back Bay offers rapid same-day STI testing on a walk-in basis for all patients, including Boston college students, 7 days a week. Walk-in today. Are STIs Common ...
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common, uncomfortable, and often recurrent for many individuals. If you’ve experienced a UTI before, you might wonder whether or not it can return. The short answer is yes, UTIs can come back, and understanding why can help you take preventive measures and seek appropriate care. In this blog, we’ll explain recurrent UTIs and outline when it might be necessary to seek medical attention. For same-day UTI treatment, visit ...
As the flu season continues to sweep through our communities, understanding the contagious nature of the virus becomes crucial for preventing its transmission. The flu, short for influenza, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Knowing how long someone with the flu is contagious to others is vital in safeguarding both personal health and the health of those around us. Have you gotten your annual flu shot yet? Visit the walk-in clinic ...
