" Kids spend more time at school during the year than anywhere else, and while every parent knows the back to school season is filled with shopping excursions, new school supplies and other preparations, there is one other important thing many people forget. It’s time to make your children’s health part of your back to school to-do list. You know, something you can actually feel good about spending your money on! Whether they’re ...
" Nothing feels better on a hot summer day than a dip in the pool. It’s a great way to keep kids — and parents! — occupied and happy. And while no one wants a damper on their fun, it is important to remember that pools can be dangerous places. While most trips to the pool result in a playful afternoon and fun memories, unfortunately drowning, poisoning and even chemical burns can occur. According to the CDC ...
" Spring allergies were tough to get through, and the fight isn’t over yet! Summer brings with it, not only beautiful weather, but more pollen. Flowers and trees have already bloomed, however, grasses and weeds are growing strong causing the pollen count to rise, resulting in our discomfort! If you are feeling any type of discomfort such as coughing, sneezing, congestion, itchy/watery eyes and runny nose, then you are most likely suffering from allergies ...
" With the hot weather finally here for summer, it is important that you are of what dehydration is, symptoms of dehydration and how it can be treated. Dehydration is when your body has lost or is losing fluids faster than it is taking in fluids. Every time we sweat, breathe or urinate we are losing fluids – and if we are not replacing what we are losing, we will become dehydrated. Symptoms of dehydration include; Increased ...
" Fishing is a popular summer activity and many times, accidents happen and someone will get a fish hook stuck in their finger or other extremity. More often than not, these injuries are minor and can be treated without requiring an office visit. Depending on how deep the hook is lodged into your skin, all you have to do is take the proper steps in carefully removing it, and treating your wound afterwards. Thoroughly wash your ...
" 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 ...
" In the early spring months, both colds and allergies can be very prominent which can make it difficult to determine which you may be experiencing. Allergy symptoms are the cause of an immune system over-reaction while a cold is the result of a virus. We want to help you and give you some characteristics of each to figure out which you are experiencing. A cold typically lasts anywhere from three to fourteen days. Allergies last ...
" It is officially spring sport season! We wanted to offer some advice to avoid spring sport injuries. 1) Sport Physical: Many organizations and schools require this, but in the off chance they do not, it is still a smart idea to receive a physical to ensure the child is able to participate. 2) Warm up: If you have not been physically active prior to starting a sport, it is a good idea to warm up ...
" A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is the inflammation of the sinus tissue. Stuffy nose, runny nose, congestion, and tenderness around the sinuses are common symptoms associate with sinusitis. Doctors will diagnose with a physical examination. Tests may be done but this is usually not necessary. Doctors can usually tell by applying pressure to the sinus area. To alleviate any symptoms, use a humidifier and pain relievers. While not necessary, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics. If ...
" Spring technically begins today, whether it feels like it or not. And with spring, comes seasonal allergy symptoms for nearly 35 million Americans. In the spring, pollen from blooming trees and other plants enter the air, and ultimately our systems. When someone who is allergic breathes in pollen, the immune system thinks it is an invader and reacts. This causes the symptoms including sneezing, itchy eyes, watery eyes, and a runny nose. When pollen counts ...
" 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 ...
" Often accompanied by a bad cough and breathlessness, bronchitis is the inflammation of bronchial passages within the lungs. The breathlessness is caused by the passages being closed off which restricts the airways. Brochitis is classified as acute or chronic. Chronic is a long term health issue which needs to be managed while acute typically lasts a week or so and will go away. Acute bronchitis is typically viral and will go away on its own ...
" The newest AFC Urgent Care in Malden is classified as an urgent care center. We wanted to take a minute and explain how we are different from the ER. Urgent Care centers help fill a gap between Primary Care Physicians and Hospital Emergency Rooms. In the ER, wait times can be high, especially if your ailment is not life threatening. Inversely, making a last minute appointment with your doctor can be next to impossible. If ...
" In a recent study conducted by physician search and consulting firm found that Boston has the highest average wait time until the next available doctors appointment. The study researched 15 major cities in the country and found that the average wait time for an appointment in Boston was 45 days. The number was much higher when you broke it down into specialties such as Family Physicians, 66 days, Ob/gyn, 46 days, and Dermatology, 72 ...
" AFC in Malden MA has a new website! Please check back soon as we prepare to open our new convenient urgent care center! "
