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According to the CDC, insurance records suggest that approximately 476,000 Americans are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease annually. It’s among the fastest-growing infectious diseases in American. It’s a vector-borne disease, which, if left untreated, can have devastating consequences. Many patients are misdiagnosed, and some struggle with persistent infection after diagnosis and treatment. However, there are many misconceptions about Lyme disease. Visit AFC Urgent Care Burlington to learn about Lyme disease and ...

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A strep throat exam helps determine the presence of group A streptococcus bacteria that causes strep throat. The entire process only takes a few minutes, so results are available within fifteen minutes of getting a sample taken. AFC Urgent Care Burlington conducts strep throat exams frequently every year. Visit us today to get your diagnosis and treatment to start feeling better. Symptoms of Strep Throat Strep throat symptoms typically show up around three days after ...

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" When the COVID-19 virus began, the world assumed that was all we would have to fight against. Little did we know that the pandemic would only worsen with time, and more dangerous variants would continue to threaten us. But the question remains: how do the variants occur? AFC Urgent Care Burlington provides COVID testing and information about the vaccine. Visit or call us today to get tested and get all of your questions answered. How ...

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The only thing that could spoil the most favorite time of the year for us is falling sick. Winter is all about festivities and cheer, and since the rest of the year is stress-filled and problem-plagued already, why not maximize your health despite the chills? If you begin to feel under the weather, visit AFC Urgent Care Burlington for treatment. We can help treat many different winter illnesses when you need it most. To help ...

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A workplace flu clinic is an option that some business owners have turned to as an investment to help not just their staff, but the company as a whole. A workplace flu clinic provides your employees free access to their annual flu shot without even leaving the workplace! Before you decide it isn’t worth the cost, take some time to consider all of the great benefits a workplace flu clinic could provide to your ...

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Sinus infections are very common during the winter months. They are often caused by other viruses in the body and do not cause any real damage. While they are harmless, they can still be an annoying thing to deal with. AFC Urgent Care Burlington can help you diagnose and treat your sinus infection today. Continue reading to learn how to prevent sinus infections in the future. What causes sinus infections? Sinus infections happen when your ...

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Pneumonia can be life-threatening in children, as their immune systems have not developed enough to fight off the infection. As a parent, it is important to recognize the signs your child may need emergency medical attention. AFC Urgent are Burlington can help you learn those signs and what the best treatment options are. If you think your child may have pneumonia, visit AFC Urgent Care Burlington today for a diagnosis. We offer treatment for a ...

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The possibility of getting sick increases in the colder months. The cold weather leads people to spend more time inside, and thus get those around them sick. The 2018-2019 flu season left over 35 million people suffering from influenza and just over 34,000 deaths. With the second wave of COVID among us, keeping yourself and your loved ones safe is more important than ever this flu season. AFC Urgent Care Burlington has flu shots ...

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COVID-19 has brought a lot of chaos across the United States. But a slight silver lining is that we are seeing people beginning to trust telemedicine help more than ever. Telemedicine can connect patients directly to care provider from the safety of their home. In the past, many patients were not aware of telemedicine as an accessible service and a handful of providers did not have the capabilities to provide it. Since states leaders started ...

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Pneumonia, an infection of the lung, can make you very sick. Associated symptoms can include coughing, difficulty breathing, and a fever. Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Diagnosis is completed with an examination and possibly a blood test or chest x-ray. It is treatable. Bacterial pneumonia is treated with antibiotics. Those with viral pneumonia may also be prescribed an antibiotic to prevent complications. As always with any illness, get plenty of rest and drink ...

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Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. One out of every 11 Americans has diabetes, and 86 million more are pre-diabetic. The American Diabetes Association estimates that the United States spends about $245 million every year on health care for people with diabetes, and recent projections have determined that as many as one in every three adults will have diabetes by 2050 if nothing changes. Type 2 ...

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, incidences of the mumps have decreased 99 percent since the era before widespread vaccinations. But tell that to the 10 states that have seen outbreaks of the mumps in the past month. So far, there have been 69 reported cases of the mumps this year. It seems to have started in Iowa, but it quickly spread to places like Colorado, Indiana and Massachusetts. The mumps virus ...

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Recently we had a patient visit our urgent care center from Medford MA. Here is what she had to say: This morning i called AFC because i woke up with a sore throat ,headache and earache. From the time i arrived they were so Helpful and made you feel so welcomed. The nurses assistance were so caring and gentle. The doctor was great. He gave me so much good advice. He wrote out my prescription ...

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Winter is a time when the number of illnesses is on the rise and among those rising numbers is something called pharyngitis. Pharyngitis is a condition that causes pain and irritation or patients, so learning what you can do to treat it is important. Before you can manage pharyngitis pain, you’ve got to know a little more about what causes it!  What is Pharyngitis?  Pharyngitis is a fancy way of saying sore throat, but ...

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With the winter season approaching, it’s best to be prepared for any potential illness or injury. Slipping on ice can cause broken bones or possible hypothermia from staying outside for too long its essential to take the proper precautions to stay safe. Understanding early symptoms and taking the time to avoid potential injuries can help yourself and others stay safe this season. AFC Urgent Care Burlington offers any information and urgent care services you ...

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A sore throat is something that everyone will face during their lifetime, but the cause of that sore throat will vary from person to person. The winter is a time when the number of sore throat cases is on the rise. Understanding what causes a sore throat can help you to prevent it or manage it better when it does strike.  Common Sore Throat Causes  Some of the most common causes of a sore throat ...

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" Having a cough is something that we’ve all experienced a time or two, but it’s never a fun experience. Coughing is often connected to other medical issues and may even come along with other unpleasant symptoms. If you’ve been using cough drops and over the counter medicine with no improvement of your symptoms, it’s time to figure out what the real cause is!  Acute Causes Acute causes of cough refer to ...

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The common cold and the flu season are here, which can cause similar and irritating symptoms for patients. Even though most patients can rest off common cold symptoms, it is important to know the most effective treatment options for a cold. Commons colds are caused by rhinoviruses and can’t be vaccinated like the influenza virus. Any patient is at risk for getting a cold during the coldest times of the year: late November to ...

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About Countless hours are spent on Social Media every day. AFC Urgent Care recognizes that social media has evolved into a tool where people go to discover new ideas, find out information, and relate with friends. AFC Urgent Care of TN & NC uses social media as a place to share local news, information on living a healthy life, choosing the right doctor, and more. These platforms are not a place for patient health related correspondence ...

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For Thanksgiving 2019, it is estimated by AAA that nearly 55 million people are flying or driving for the holiday. As the traffic starts to build up and the airports fill up, it can begin to get quite stressful for families visiting others for the festivities. As stress builds up, and you’re trying to get to where you’re going as quickly as possible, it can lead to accidents and other health-related issues. Injuries ...

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