Is my sore throat from COVID-19 or from strep throat? What’s the difference?  For starters, COVID-19 is a viral infection and like the flu, colds or other viral infections, these often are accompanied by respiratory symptoms. Strep throat is not like your common cold, flu or COVID-19. It’s actually caused by a bacterial infection to the throat and tonsils. We get that it’s confusing, but don’t always assume it’s COVID-19 ...

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  Getting a Rapid COVID-19 Test after the holidays? Which one should you get? Not all Rapid tests are the same. You may have heard of a Rapid PCR test and the Rapid Antigen test. Some of you may also have seen or bought an “at-home” rapid test as well. Using the right COVID test will help provide you with the “proof of test” needed to return to your normal routines. AFC Urgent Care Dedham will ...

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