Comprehensive Guide to Preventive Men's Health: The Significance of Men's Health Month

May 31, 2023

Comprehensive Guide to Preventive Men's Health: The Significance of Men's Health Month

Men's Health Month holds great importance as it sheds light on the specific health issues that men face, which can be effectively prevented through regular check-ups. However, it is a fact that men are less inclined than women to seek medical assistance or engage in preventive care, making them more susceptible to health problems as they age. At AFC Urgent Care New Bedford, we strive to bridge this gap by offering comprehensive check-ups that ...

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Lyme Disease Prevention: How To Remove A Deer Tick 101

May 3, 2023

Lyme Disease Prevention: How To Remove A Deer Tick 101

  As the weather gets warmer, more and more people will be spending time outdoors. Unfortunately, this means that deer ticks will be out in full force, looking for their next meal. If you've been bitten by a deer tick, it's important to take the proper steps to remove the tick and prevent the spread of Lyme disease.  AFC Urgent Care New Bedford is worried about our friends and families in the New Bedford ...

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Here’s What Happens During a Physical for Sports Exam

May 2, 2023

Here’s What Happens During a Physical for Sports Exam

Physical for sports exams, also known as pre-participation physical examinations (PPEs), help determine whether a person is physically fit to participate in organized sports activities. This physical exam aims to identify any possible medical conditions that could put the athlete at risk for severe injury or illness during practice or competition. Sports physicals are typically done annually, though some states may require more frequent exams based on age and the type of sport being played ...

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Is My Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID? AFC Answers

April 16, 2023

While it is possible to develop lower back and leg pain from COVID, there are also several other causes. As experts in urgent healthcare services, AFC in New Bedford indicates why you might be experiencing back pain after COVID and explains some other reasons you might have lower back pain.    Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID Lower back pain is a possible symptom of COVID-19. This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given ...

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What Is Mono and What Are the Symptoms?

April 10, 2023

What Is Mono and What Are the Symptoms? So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in New Bedford has answers, and treatment, for you.  Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and ...

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Telehealth Urgent Care | Technology in the Healthcare Industry

April 3, 2023

Telehealth Urgent Care | Technology in the Healthcare Industry

The healthcare industry has evolved to include telehealth urgent care, an innovative technology that has made it easier for people worldwide to access healthcare virtually.  This medical service offers faster urgent care visits through virtual appointments, providing services from physical exams to diagnostics, which allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, providing care, support, and information from a distance. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with mobility or transportation issues, with busy schedules ...

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I Had Unprotected Sex; Am I At Risk Of Contracting An STI Or An STD?

March 31, 2023

I Had Unprotected Sex; Am I At Risk Of Contracting An STI Or An STD?

Sexually transmitted diseases and infections (also known as STD’s and STI’s) are very common in the U.S and they continue to be a growing concern for certain age groups, especially over the last few years. Yes, STD’s and STI’s are very common. Meaning, there are quite a number of them out there. The stigma of an STD or an STI is still around and hasn’t changed a bit. Unfortunately ...

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Is My Sneezing Related To COVID-19 Or Spring Allergies?

March 6, 2023

Is My Sneezing Related To COVID-19 Or Spring Allergies?

Sneezing, coughing, and watery eyes? Spring has sprung early this year and some of you might be coming down with symptoms of spring allergies. With that being said, we hope that you don’t panic when your coworker sneezes next to you. As some of you are still on your toes about whether or not a cough or a sneeze is COVID, flu or something else, in this case it might just be allergies. AFC ...

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Do Urgent Care Providers Offer On-Site Lab Services?

March 1, 2023

Urgent care providers offer convenient, time-saving alternatives to visiting an emergency room for minor, non-life-threatening medical conditions. These healthcare centers typically have shorter wait times and offer services like X-rays, urgent treatment of colds and flu, sprains, strains, and fractures, on-site lab tests, and physicals. Urgent care centers provide efficient diagnoses of various health problems, ranging from minor to severe. Some are also equipped with on-site lab testing capabilities so that patients can get results ...

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All Blocked Up? Here Are a Few Sinus Infection Cures

February 27, 2023

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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