When you need medical treatment, and you can’t wait for the next available appointment at your primary care provider, you’re left with a choice – emergency room or urgent care? Emergency rooms are the obvious choice for life-threatening injuries and illness, but if your condition is less severe, then there may be another option. Urgent Care Centers are popping up all around the nation faster than ever. Let’s break it down and try ...
It’s as natural as the seasons changing; the flu and common cold come back in full force towards the end of the year, sometimes as early as August. In a lot of busy areas, such as schools, offices, and public spaces, the flu can spread quickly and often. As different strains affect various communities, the ability to protect one’s self from sickness in the final months of the year becomes crucial. Especially for ...
Cold and flu season is nearing that dangerous time of year where it seems as if everyone is getting sick. There are a lot of ways to fight being sick, but many don’t remember them, let alone take advantage of small ways to help stay healthy. As the temperature drops, your immune system becomes vulnerable to the number of ways that germs can start to eat at your defenses, leading to sickness, days off ...
Sun protection is not a new topic, but it’s one that never loses importance. We’ve heard from a young age that it’s important to stay safe from the sun, but have you really been following that advice? If not, it’s time to make a change. Staying safe in the sun is even easier than you thought! Protective Clothing Clothing is a great way to reduce the surface area of skin that ...
Now is the perfect time to take your boat out for a day of summer fun. You can enjoy some jet skiing, fishing, swimming, or just taking in nature all around us. Boating is a beautiful hobby that gets you out of your routine and creates endless fun for the whole family! Follow these safety tips to make sure you’re able to get the most out of your boating trips this summer. Check the ...
Instead, you’re an athlete, nature lover, or just an average joe, summertime means more time spent outside. The warm weather and bright sunshine are inviting, but it also creates a severe danger to those enjoying it. Dehydration affects a staggeringly high number of people each year. Thankfully, staying hydrated is easier than you realize! How Much Water is Enough? There’s not a straightforward answer to this question. How much water you need will ...
Summer is in full swing, and the rising temperatures are all the encouragement many people need to make healthier choices. We tend to eat better, drink more water, and get more exercise during the summer. With this added motivation, summer is the perfect time to form new healthy habits you can use all year round! Protecting Your Skin Using sunblock during the summer is a no-brainer, but what about during the fall or winter? Many ...
Food allergies affect millions of Americans, many of whom are children. Whether it’s peanut allergy or gluten allergy, it’s essential to have an awareness of the types of food allergies to protect your health or the health of a family member. Having an abnormal response to food, like trouble breathing, can be a frightening experience. Still, millions of people have no other choice but to live with their food allergy, while being mindful ...
" With the weather starting to warm up and school starting to wind down, vacation season is finally here! Whether you are planning a trip down to the Jersey Shore, the historic sites of London or the sunny beaches of Mexico, making sure your family is prepared and properly immunized against any local diseases is critical to a fun vacation away from emergency rooms and hospitals. Before you leave, visit your local AFC Urgent Care center ...
" Have you ever experienced back pain? If the answer is yes, you are not alone: nearly 80% of adults will experience back pain at some point during their life, ranging from minor aches to major pain and muscle spasms. While common, back pain is also preventable in many cases, easily avoided by making several lifestyle choices. If you are experiencing back pain on a regular basis, consider taking the following actions to reduce your symptoms ...
The transition between seasons is a prime time for illness, but it’s important to know the cause of your sniffles. While you can have a late-season cold due to fluctuating temperatures, you may also be exhibiting seasonal allergies. The difference in symptoms is greater than you may think: most of the similarities end with the sniffles. While a cold can happen at any point during the year, certain allergens are only present during spring ...
" Your time is among your most valuable resources: between work, school, and juggling family activities, you’re constantly on the go in order to get everything done. The rapid pace of your day can keep you going late into the evening, cutting down on the amount of time you’re able to sleep. This can begin to have an effect on different parts of your life, including your overall health. Making sure you get a ...
When you went to get your state ID or license you were likely asked if you wanted to become an organ donor. Many people decide not to become an organ donor because they don’t understand what it is, how it works, or how many people they could potentially save. February is home to National Donor Day, and we want to use that opportunity to help educate you about the importance of organ donation! Why ...
It seems that there’s no area of the country left untouched by the growing opioid epidemic. The most commonly abused type of opioid use is found in prescription narcotics. These include: • Oxycodone • Hydrocodone • Fentanyl • Tramadol The rapidly growing number of patients abusing prescription opioids has left physicians in a tight spot. Determining when a patient truly needs the medication and when it’s a sign of addiction in the making. Understanding the Addiction Many ...
From salads to wraps and so much more – romaine lettuce is a delicious and versatile leafy green many people enjoy. In 2018 there was a severe e. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce that left people wondering if it was safe to eat. While the FDA performed their investigation, people were told to avoid all romaine for fear of contamination. 43 people in 12 different states were affected by the outbreak, along with 22 people ...
" There’s an old stereotype that only men suffer from heart attacks. Not only is this a false stereotype to believe, but it’s very harmful as well. Many women don’t understand that they’re at risk of a heart attack or they don’t know what the potential symptoms may be. Before a heart attack can be found or treated by a doctor, women need to know what signs could be a warning ...
" Did you know that most people who set new year’s resolutions abandon them by the end of February? Considering the amount of time and energy people put into making those resolutions, it’s sad to realize most of them never meet their goal. The reason for that could be because people aim to change too much about themselves physically, and not enough mentally. Instead of focusing on weight loss or breaking bad habits, follow ...
" It is the holiday season once again & that means a lot of us will be traveling home from the holidays to see our families & friends. Some of you will have to go extremely long distances by plane, train or multiple forms of transportation. Traveling isn’t always the most comfortable experience, you have to deal with lots of people, crammed spaced & a hectic sort of energy. If your hygiene is suffering while traveling this can ...
November is coming to a close & that means the holiday season is officially here! The holiday season is the most beautiful time of the year. Allergies are the last thing that someone wants to be dealing with while they are home for the holidays with loved ones & family members. AFC Urgent Care Bound Brook is here to offer you some tips on how to keep your allergies in check this holiday season & hopefully for all ...
" November is coming to a close & that means the holiday season is officially here! The holiday season is the most beautiful time of the year. Allergies are the last thing that someone wants to be dealing with while they are home for the holidays with loved ones & family members. AFC Urgent Care Bound Brook is here to offer you some tips on how to keep your allergies in check this holiday season & hopefully for all ...
