Snacks are just as important for young children to have throughout the day as a full meal. Their stomachs are small and still growing every day. Just like a full meal a snack should be filled with nutrients, protein, and vitamins. They provide that little bit of energy that is needed throughout the day. When a child is eating just the right snack you can manage their hunger better and boost nutrition. To do our ...
Now that March is here it is officially National Nutrition Month. This month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics provides nutrition education and an informational campaign available to all. The focus of this campaign is to bring attention to the importance of making healthy choices and developing wide-ranging and physical activity habits. This year’s theme is, “Best Fork Forward.” The theme was created as a reminder that we hold the tool to make healthier ...
The United States is one of the most diverse nations in the world. As different as we may seem, our health issues can be very similar. Health care trends tend to be pretty consistent across large groups of the population, so it’s important to pay attention when one becomes widespread. AFC Urgent Care in Fairfield can advise you on which conditions should concern you and how to take action to prevent them. The No ...
Here is the second part of our series on flu season! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the seasonal flu activity peaks between December and February but activity can last as late as May. Now we’re going to get a bit more into the nitty-gritty about how the flu spreads and what makes the flu vaccine work. The influenza virus is a respiratory virus, and it spreads primarily through contact ...
Winter related slips and falls have a negative impact on businesses each year. These injuries result in time off work, temporary employee costs and overtime for existing employees and increased insurance costs. To avoid injuries, simply use your better judgment and be cautious during the winter months. Snow, ice and sleet cause roads and sidewalks to be extra dangerous, making you vulnerable to accidents. For businesses in and surrounding the Fairfield, CT area, we provide ...
National Wear Red Day is Friday, February 3, 2017. This special day, February 5th, was created in order to bring awareness about the risk of heart disease and stroke in women. Each year, 1 in 3 women lose their lives by being affected by heart disease and stroke. 80% of cardiac events can be prevented with education and lifestyle changes. Women are encouraged to wear red on this day to take a stand and raise ...
The influenza virus is a seasonal epidemic that typically hits the United States around October and can last until May. Even though this is a yearly occurrence, there are still some misconceptions about the flu and what people should do to protect themselves. To keep our readers informed, we are doing a two-part series on important facts people should know about the flu. Part two will be released next week. 1. The flu is not ...
After an unseasonably warm start to our season, winter is finally letting us feel its chill. It might seem like yesterday that high temperatures were breaking records all over the place, so it can be easy to disregard the recent cold. Winter weather can present a lot of hazards, so it’s important to be aware of what might happen in your area and be prepared for what winter may bring. Here are some tips ...
Every January, you see the determined, motivated faces of people all around you working to improve themselves in the New Year. Inevitably, by March or even sooner, the vast majority of those have found themselves off-track or completely given up on their goals. It’s not a lack of desire for these changes or even a lack of commitment that has knocked them off the path toward a better self. For many people, change is ...
As we wait for snow to arrive this season it is also time to gear up for all the excitement that comes with winter sports. These outdoor sports include sled riding, skiing, hockey, ice-skating, tobogganing, and snowboarding. Millions of people flock to the ski slopes and skating rinks every year. Dr. Kelly Powers, a podiatrist at Associated Podiatrists of Fairfield mentioned that “snowboarding boots are typically softer than ski boots therefore putting the individual at ...
This holiday season give the gift of good health! Instead of spending a fortune on the latest fad, invest in your health and the health of your loved ones. Trends come and go, but good health will always be in style. Whether you’re shopping for a non-athletic individual or a fitness fanatic, this guide will help you find the perfect healthy gift for all the special people in your life. Reusable water bottle The ...
AFC Urgent Care in Bridgeport Ends the Year on a Positive Note Recipient of the 2015 Bridgeport IMPACT Awardee for Health Care (Bridgeport, Conn. – December 18, 2015) – On Wednesday evening, December 16th the AFC Urgent Care in Bridgeport was awarded the Regional IMPACT Award for Health Care from the Bridgeport Regional Business Council (BRBC). From Left to Right: J. Ramirez, Marketing Director; Dr. S. Heffer, Co-Owner and Medical Director; Dr. H. Sultan, Co-Owner Each year ...
‘Tis the season for holiday gatherings and parties with friends, family and co-workers. Research indicates that it’s not the parties that prompt us to eat, but being around friends and family that may lead to diet missteps. In a study conducted at Pennsylvania State University in University Park, researchers found that dining in a group causes the average person to eat 44 percent more calories than they normally would eating alone (Cooking Light, http ...
December 6th marks the beginning of National Influenza Vaccination Week and continues through to December 12th. National Influenza Week (NIVW) is a national observance that was established to highlight the importance of individuals receiving their yearly influenza vaccination. As long as different strains of the flu virus continue to spread and cause illness, choosing to get a vaccination will help protect you and those closely around you from the flu. It is highly recommended by ...
Sniffling coworkers, wheezing kids and running out of tissues or hand sanitizer can make the months of flu season extremely stressful. To kill the virus in office spaces and prevent its spread to other surfaces, AFC Urgent Care recommends that employers build “Fight the Office Flu Kits” for their employees. Paper towels. Recent studies show that surfaces that have been cleaned with sponges and cleaning cloths can still be heavily contaminated, because of the germs ...
Sniffling coworkers, wheezing kids and running out of tissues or hand sanitizer can make the months of flu season extremely stressful. Every year, American businesses lose billions of dollars in sick days and lost productivity. Experts estimate the economy will lose about $20 billion in productivity to workers who either stay home with the flu or come to work too sick to focus. The shortage of supply in the flu vaccination this year has increased ...
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 ...
The crisp air, the crunchy leaves, and the sniffles in our offices and classrooms give it away; it’s officially the beginning of fall. While the season may be beautiful, the flu that always seems to come with it is certainly not. To protect yourself this flu season, you need to know exactly how the flu operates, so you can separate myth from fact. Here are some of the most common myths about the flu ...
AFC Urgent Care Fairfield is proud to announce we are officially open and seeing patients! Our convenient hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 5pm. Our urgent care center is fully equipped with an on-site lab and x-ray services, as well as a board certified staff to treat most non-life threatening injuries and illnesses. October is the beginning of flu season, so stop in, no appointment necessary ...
AFC Urgent Care is opening fall 2015 in Fairfield CT! Until then, please visit our location AFC Urgent Care in Bridgeport CT.
