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10 Common Illnesses to Watch for During the Fall

October 21, 2019

Fall is a time of year that many of us look forward to. With the pumpkin patches, Thanksgiving feasts, and trick-or-treating it’s hard not to! Unfortunately, fall is also a time when illnesses spread rapidly. More contagious diseases are prevalent during the fall each year than almost any other time of year. These are the 10 most common that you need to be on the lookout for.  Influenza  Flu season begins in the fall ...

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How a Workplace Flu Clinic Can Benefit Your Business

October 21, 2019

A workplace flu clinic is an option that some business owners have turned to as an investment to help not just their staff, but the company as a whole. A workplace flu clinic provides your employees free access to their annual flu shot without even leaving the workplace! Before you decide it isn’t worth the cost, take some time to consider all of the great benefits a workplace flu clinic could provide to your ...

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Healthy Fall Recipes for the Family!

September 27, 2019

As cooler weather approaches, everyone is spending more time indoors and inevitably becomes a bit less active. Combine those routines with heavy, hearty comfort food throughout the season and Thanksgiving feasts, and it is easy to see why the cooler months can be detrimental to health and weight loss goals. Here are 3 healthy recipes to help keep your entire family on track during the fall season: Snacks for the fall season Apple Chips These ...

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How to Plan Healthy Fall Activities with the Family!

September 16, 2019

Now that the temperatures are dropping and being outside is more bearable, you can consider spending more time outside with your family.  If you’re looking for some healthy, active, and safe fall activities for the whole family, we’ve got you covered with a few ideas. The list below can help families get the care they need ASAP! And as always, make sure that you visit AFC Urgent Care Methuen for flu shots, seasonal ...

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Why Do I Need a Flu Shot Each Year?

August 22, 2019

The flu shot is one of the best ways for patients to stay healthy and safe throughout the year. Without an updated flu shot, you may experience several uncomfortable symptoms and other inconveniences throughout the year. Roughly 40 million people in the United States become sick with the flu and thousands of patients experience hospitalization due to influenza. To protect against the virus, it helps to get a flu shot at AFC Urgent Care Methuen ...

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How to Prepare for Flu Season this Fall!

August 21, 2019

Flu season is just around the corner as the temperature begins to drop, the leaves fall, and the breeze gets a little crisper! During the fall, the flu begins to peak and could make you sick, which may put a damper on all the fun activities during autumn. Influenza infects over 40 million patients every year and causes thousands of hospitalizations for the must vulnerable patients. The flu peaks during the fall and winter as ...

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Why it is important to get your travel vaccines

July 18, 2019

During the summer, vacationers are travelling around the country and the world to take some time off and get some much-needed leisure in. But before you go jetsetting, it is important to stay up-to-date on your travel vaccines. Travel vaccines are becoming increasingly important since diseases like measles, and similar illnesses, are starting to make a national comeback. Certain states like New York have experienced a significant outbreak of measles cases due to lower vaccination ...

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Summer and Recreational Safety Tips

July 18, 2019

Summertime is one that should be fully enjoyed by you and your entire family. As the weather warms up children are more likely to engage in recreational activities including summer camp and sports leagues. As with any activity, you’ll want to make sure that your children are adequately protected from any potential health risks or injury risks during recreation. Additionally, you’ll want to be a little conscious of the weather and other health ...

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Allergies in the workplace

April 25, 2019

It is the end of April & that means Spring is finally here. Spring is a wonderful time of the year that many enjoy. However, if you are a good majority of poeple you may fear Spring because of the allergies! AFC Urgent Care Methuen would like to give you some advice on how to avoid allergies at home & in the workplace. Read below to get some advice! Tree pollen When allergies come in spring the ...

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Sports Gear for Children

April 2, 2019

AFC Urgent Care Methuen encourages parents to enroll their children in sports at a young age. Sports have been proven to teach a child important values & skills that they can apply to their everyday life as they grow up. Sports are important but can also lead to numerous amount of injuries. It is impossible to avoid all injuries however AFC Urgent Care Methuen would like to give you some tips on the best gear you ...

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