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A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is a frustrating ailment that causes a runny nose, congestion, swollen and/or itching eyes, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms. While there isn’t necessarily a quick sinus infection cure, there are certainly ways that you can ease your discomfort and speed up your recovery.  If you’re suffering from sinusitis, know that you aren’t alone; approximately 90% of patients with colds have an element of viral ...

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Local urgent care centers in Fairfield, or family walk-in clinics, offer patients convenient and affordable urgent healthcare services. When you visit a family walk-in clinic, you can expect quick, quality care at a fraction of the cost of your local emergency room.  Emergency rooms tend to be very busy and crowded and are associated with longer waiting times and higher fees. By going to a walk-in doctor’s office for a non-life-threatening illness or injury ...

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What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers.    What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...

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Children’s immune systems are still maturing, so they’re more susceptible to certain diseases, or severe cases of those diseases. Indeed, millions of children will experience at least one seasonal illness every year. Knowing what to do if your child catches one of these illnesses could make a difference in their recovery. Below, we’ve got some tips for how you can treat common childhood illnesses your children could get. 1.Earache Earaches in ...

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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are common around the world and have an overall negative impact on a person’s health. Luckily, most STDs are easily treatable, and getting tested is the best way to get help and prevent the spread. If you’ve never had an STD test before, you probably have a few questions about what to expect. Don’t worry - we have all the information you need right here. Keep reading for STD ...

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A year has passed since public places earned titles of being high-risk because they contribute to the spread of COVID-19. Most governments still don’t allow restaurants, schools, fitness centers, and other locations to resume normal operations. However, most institutions have adapted to the change. Schools are offering classes online, while restaurants provide delivery with curbside pickup. But does one manage their gym routine? So far, we know that keeping a six-foot distance, wearing masks ...

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COVID-19 has changed the way people do almost everything in their daily lives. While some of those changes have been frustrating to deal with, others are providing important services to those in need easier than ever before. Telemedicine has become the norm during the pandemic, but the benefits expand far beyond slowing the spread of the illness.  Limiting the Exposure to Illnesses  Telemedicine was designed to limit patient and staff exposure to covid-19, but other ...

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Keeping workers safe has always been a priority, but in 2020 that task has become more challenging than ever. As we approach the fall season, it’s important to reassess your worker’s potential risks and form a plan to help reduce those risks as much as possible. Worker safety varies depending on the type of job, of course, but there are some things that every employer can take to keep their workers safe, no ...

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Flu season is just around the corner and with doctors still battling the covid-19 pandemic, they’re urging people to go get their flu vaccine! Getting vaccinated significantly reduces your risk of contracting and spreading the flu. If you do get the flu, your symptoms should be less severe and last a shorter period of time. Every patient is different and has different needs, so why would there only be one type of flu vaccine ...

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Year after year you see information stressing the importance of getting your flu shot, yet many people fail to get vaccinated. Experts are warning people that getting your flu shot in 2020 is more important than ever before. COVID-19 has been the center of everyone’s attention this year, so why is something like the flu so concerning? Let’s take a closer look to understand how COVID-19 and your flu shot may be related ...

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When COVID-19 made its way to the states in March this year, employers had to revolutionize the way their employees worked. Many companies began offering work from home options and utilized video conferencing for face-to-face interaction. Some other workers had to stop working completely when working remotely wasn’t an option for their position. As the months pass it’s become clear that COVID-19 isn’t going anywhere any time soon and workplaces have to ...

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Before 2020, parents never would have questioned the safety of taking their kid to a park, but COVID-19 has left people with more questions and uncertainty than ever. After months of quarantine and adjusting to the new normal way of life, families are (understandably) starting to go a little stir crazy. Visiting a park is a great way to get out of the house without spending any money, but is it really safe?  Is it ...

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The COVID-19 virus is giving birth to various conspiracy theorists. The people come up with various pieces of news about the virus every day. Sometimes you will hear one thing about the test duration, and other times you will hear a completely different thing. It is crucial that you consult a trusted healthcare provider, such as any of our available providers at AFC Urgent Care Fairfield, to get the correct information.  This one misinformation alone ...

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If you have been self-isolating for months, it may feel like the threat of the novel coronavirus will never really go away. Therefore, it is time that you calculate the risk and head out. Humans cannot stay in one place for a long time. At this point, many workers, parents, and families are evaluating mental health, social health, and other factors to determine a safe return to normal activities.  However, take notes as the government ...

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At the frontlines of this pandemic are the dedicated healthcare workers who are providing care to COVID-19 patients, all the while aware of the danger that they face while delivering treatment and saving lives. There is no room for healthcare workers to be careless in the administration of their duties, especially the overwhelming burden that COVID-19 has placed on healthcare systems. Public health organizations have established protocols and guidelines for healthcare providers to observe, implement ...

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The coronavirus is still very active in the U.S and there doesn’t appear to be any end in sight in the immediate future. Some people may be under the misguided impression that the easing of restrictions, like stay at home orders, in states throughout the country indicates that COVID-19 is no longer a threat. That is not the case. At present, there is no vaccine or medicine to prevent the spread of COVID-19 ...

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Telemedicine is the delivery of healthcare through virtua means, which means that patients at home can get care whenever they need without traveling to a clinic. You may have already seen telemedicine updates on our website or social media, but may be confused about how telemedicine works. Patients may also not be entirely sure how telemedicine can help patients get care if they’re just talking to a doctor through their phone. However, telemedicine urgent ...

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Ear infections are a very common type of infection that affects both children and adults, although children are much more likely to suffer from one. Ear infections refer to your middle ear, the space just behind your ear drum that’s filled with air. They’re very uncomfortable and for young children, their behavior is sure to reflect that they’re in pain. Preventing ear infections isn’t always possible but knowing what causes them ...

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The COVID-19 pandemic has presented new challenges and opportunities for patients and providers across the country. Healthcare providers are forced to innovate at a rapid pace. In this blog, we’ll go over how government assistance and the adoption of telemedicine allows patients to get accessible urgent care during the COVID-19 pandemic. How can the government assist telemedicine and telehealth during the COVID-19 period? In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, efforts are being made by ...

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The common cold is something that people of all ages battle year after year. The number of cold cases typically increase during the winter and early spring, but they can happen during any season. Although colds are so common, there’s still plenty of false information spread around about them. These are the facts that you need to know to not only treat a cold, but to prevent it too!  Identifying a Common Cold Common ...

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