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Local urgent care centers in Hillsdale, 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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As February quickly nears the end, it’s important for parents to begin planning for the upcoming spring sports season. While the spring is an ideal time for kids to get outside and join a sports team, it’s important to take steps to ensure their safety and well-being. This blog will review a few key things to keep in mind when it comes to spring sports. For same-day pediatric urgent care services, visit the ...

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Stress affects many people. From studying for a test, to budgeting a paycheck, to the day-to-day commotion, stress can manifest itself in various ways. While stress may be common, it can have an undeniable impact on your physical and mental health. Though there are some gaps in the research, there is evidence to suggest that stress can make you sick. This blog will explore some of the ways you can manage stress and the most ...

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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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To better ourselves in the next year is a common New Year's goal. Real fitness and health is a journey, not a destination, and it's easy to become caught up in the buzz of fad diets and fast remedies. Following are some things that can assist you in reaching your goals: Make sure your first step is to create a list of achievable objectives. Make sure your objectives are concrete, quantifiable, and doable ...

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Inflammation of the conjunctiva (the transparent layer covering the eye's white area and the eyelid's inner side) causes pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis. It's a widespread eye illness that may be brought on by several different things, such as bacterial or viral infections, allergies, or irritants, and can affect individuals of any age. There are several potential triggers for pink eye, but viruses and bacteria are at the top of the ...

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While influenza (the flu) can spread year-round, December marks a spike in many cases of flu across our communities. Flu infections often lead to uncomfortable symptoms that can disrupt your daily routine and keep you from doing important tasks. So, once you’ve been diagnosed with the flu once, are you safe from the illness for the rest of the year? Unfortunately, no, influenza can affect you more than once throughout the year as strains ...

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As the seasons change and the temperatures start to dip, you may notice that you generally seem to get sick more often. So why does our overall health seem to decline when the weather changes? Well, weather plays a significant role in our overall well-being, influencing everything from our physical health to our mental health. In the winter, the cold can affect our health by making us more susceptible to various illnesses. This blog will ...

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This Thanksgiving, prioritize your family’s health and wellness. Read about some tips to stay healthy and active throughout the day, and visit AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale for comprehensive urgent care services. Take advantage of the wellness services that our walk-in clinic provides, and bring your whole family to receive a flu shot before the holidays. Continue reading for 3 tips to have a healthy Thanksgiving this year. Wash Your Hands Throughout the Day As ...

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Hepatitis B is one type of hepatitis that causes an inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis is a potentially severe virus that can cause liver failure, cancer and cirrhosis. According to the CDC, there are approximately 21,000 new cases of hepatitis B infection a year, which are majorly diagnosed in unvaccinated adults. So, who needs a Hep-B vaccine and when is the right time to get it? Continue reading to learn more about hepatitis, and ...

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October is an enjoyable time for families. You may be jumping in leaf piles, planning Halloween costumes, and watching spooky movies. With all of October’s fun-filled activities, you may find yourself spending more time in the kitchen, cooking holiday treats. This is an ideal time to become more informed about the importance of food safety. Everyone is at risk from food poisoning– whether you’re cooking at home or eating out at a restaurant ...

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Winter is coming… which means some of us might be expecting an annual cold. Oftentimes, people attribute their symptoms to be the common cold, without truly knowing what illness they could be dealing with. It's important to learn the differences between winter illnesses so you can get the proper treatment. Influenza affects millions of individuals each year, and can sometimes lead to serious complications, like lung infection pneumonia. Influenza and colds are two contagious ...

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Preventing Childhood Obesity September marks national childhood obesity awareness month, offering opportunities for families to address the issue of childhood obesity early. Childhood obesity has a variety of contributing factors, including eating patterns, genetics, physical activity levels, and sleep routines. Use this awareness month to begin introducing new, healthy patterns into your routine to support your family’s well-being. The path to good health can often start in the home. Read about ways you can ...

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What Causes Migraines and How To Prevent Them We’ve all been there– late nights staring at your laptop, tossing around in bed trying to fall asleep, skipping breakfast in hopes of weight loss, and suddenly experiencing the sharp pains of headache. But is it always a headache, or could it be something more? Migraines impact over 37 million men, women and children in the United States, but the majority of people that are affected ...

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Monkeypox is a viral infection that is in the same family as the smallpox virus. However, scientists have found that monkeypox is not as contagious, doesn’t cause as severe symptoms, and is not nearly as fatal. Monkeypox was typically found in areas of central and western Africa, but as of 2022, it has spread worldwide. AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale is here to provide patients with information and recommendations for treating monkeypox. While it may ...

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Most people will wait until the last minute to get their flu shot. Did you know that there are several reasons to get it earlier? Getting your flu shot as soon as it's available can help protect you from the flu virus and prevent serious health complications. Here are a few reasons to get your flu shot early this year. AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale provides flu shots every year. Protect yourself throughout the duration ...

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Swimmer's ear is a common occurrence that causes an infection when water gets trapped in the ear canal. It can cause pain, itching, and a feeling of fullness in the ear. Mild cases of swimmer's ear can be treated with a prescription of antibiotics, but how long it takes for it to go away varies from person to person. In this blog post, we'll discuss what you can do to speed up ...

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Burns are often very painful injuries. It is important to know how to treat a burn properly in order to reduce the pain and healing time. Continue reading to learn about the different types of burns, how to treat them, and when you should seek medical help. AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale can treat injuries that are not life-threatening. A burn is no exception. We have the necessary equipment to help treat minor to moderate burns ...

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We all love spending time in the sun, but did you know that too much exposure to the sun can actually make you sick? Sun poisoning is a condition that can be caused by overexposure to the sun, and it can result in several symptoms, such as nausea, headache, dizziness, and even vomiting. In this post, we'll discuss what sun poisoning is and how to treat it. AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale can treat mild ...

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If left untreated, dehydration can have severe impacts on the body. When the body doesn't have enough water to function properly, dehydration occurs. It gets worse in the hot months when someone is sweating a lot or not rehydrating throughout the day. Diarrhea, vomiting, and too frequent urination are also causes of dehydration, especially in babies. Certain groups are more prone to becoming dehydrated, so it's important to be aware of any signs ...

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