In Massachusetts, patients always need an updated flu virus since the state is densely populated, the weather is prime for the flu to spread, and because the flu can spread statewide pretty quickly! The good news for patients is that AFC Urgent Care Beverly has seasonal flu shots so you can get your vaccination ASAP! Without a vaccine, you may experience several missed days of school or personal time due to the virus. On average ...
An early flu shot is one of the most effective ways year after year to protect you and your family from the latest strain of influenza. However, many patients still choose to wait for their flu shot or elect not to get the vaccine at all. Without a flu shot, patients are more likely to miss several weeks of school, work, and other priorities due to the flu. The flu spreads extra rapidly during the ...
" This year, Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) cases have steadily risen as more and more patients become infected with the virus. However, there are a few updates that can help protect families and Mass. residents from coming into contact with the virus. EEE is an especially rare disease but has spiked across major counties in the state. While it is preventable, most patients that get EEE can’t be cured and are likely to experience life-threatening ...
Children of all ages are required to get an updated sport physical in order to participate in new physical activities for the upcoming year/season. These include school-sanctioned sports, recreational groups, and other types of athletic activities. Parents need to take their child to the appropriate medical provider in order to get their child enrolled in the sports programs that help children grow physically and socially. However, many parents may not fully understand that sport ...
Summertime is almost over which means you’ll want to make sure that you and your family are healthy and ready to take on the upcoming autumn season. Fall is a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the brisk outdoors as the school year starts. However, many families and patients could get sick if they aren’t ready for the fall and other seasonal illnesses that require treatment. Fall is usually the start of ...
Ticks are a small and dangerous pest found outdoors. Many people assume they’re more of a nuisance than a danger, but that isn’t the case. This is because ticks are the primary carriers of Lyme disease as well as Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Rather you’re planning for a weekend of camping or just enjoy spending time in the back yard, you must know how to protect yourself from ticks. Knowing the Pest ...
Traveling to another country is an exciting experience. An international trip is a new opportunity to meet many new people, experience a new culture, and make memories that last a lifetime. Traveling is also a time when many people come into contact with diseases that they aren’t exposed to at home. Knowing what diseases have been on the rise, and where they’ve been on the rise at, may help to keep you protected ...
Summer is here which means trips to the pool and more time spent outside. While it feels great to soak up the warm weather, the sun could be silently damaging your skin. After just 15 minutes of exposure, the UV rays have already begun damaging your skin. While you may try and educate your younger children about sun safety tips, it also helps for adults and parents to get a quick reminder about sun safety ...
Walk-in clinics and urgent care centers have begun popping up everywhere you look. The sudden increase in the number of these walk-in clinics leaves many people wondering what the benefit really is. Check out all of these benefits of a walk-in clinic before you make your next long and expensive trip to the emergency room! Opening up room in the Emergency Room Emergency rooms are notoriously overcrowded. This is because many people go to the ...
The spring and summer bring in nicer weather and more outdoor fun for you and your children. That also means it is time for you to get your child and updated sport and camp physical for any upcoming activities! Sport and camp physicals are necessary for many children to partake in recreational events. Most school districts require parents to get an updated sport physical before playing on school-sanctioned teams. Additionally, a majority of local summer ...
