" Our Team’s View at This Year’s Andover Day! Each year, the town of Andover congregates downtown to celebrate the town’s heritage and sense of community at Andover Day. This year’s annual block party was held last Saturday, September 10th, and prompted thousands of visitors from all over Merrimack Valley to join in on the festivities. This year’s bash included a series of live musicians, delicious food vendors and even a ...
" For many kids, the summer is a three-month-long outdoor adventure, and they celebrate the warm weather and free time by riding bikes, hiking and playing sports. But as the school year begins, it can become harder for families to carve out the time to be active and stay healthy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, kids are getting less physical activity and more junk food than ever, which can lead to a ...
" September is Healthy Aging Month, and AFC Urgent Care North Andover is dedicated to helping our patients maintain healthy and happy lives as they age. As you age, your healthcare needs become more unique. Situations might arise that are scarier as a senior adult than they would have been if you were 20 years younger. At AFC Urgent Care North Andover, we understand the special nature of senior adult health concerns, and we are equipped ...
" As a parent, you want your child to do well in school. The best way to ensure their success is to give them the tools and the fuel they need to do well, both in the classroom and in life. We’ve got you covered there, with our blog last week on back-to-school health kits, and now we’ve got more information for you! The team at AFC Urgent Care North Andover has put together ...
" When your child returns to school, it can often mean a renewed exposure to germs and possible injuries. AFC Urgent Care North Andover has a tried and true list of recommendations to keep your kids healthy, even when they aren’t with you. Here is our back-to-school health kit, a complete list of the portable tools and items that can make the school day much healthier, without much effort on your part. This health kit ...
" Nighttime fireworks shows, long stays at summer camp, family vacations and the late sunsets of summertime are some of the many joys your child may have experienced during their summer vacation. But getting to take part in these fun-filled moments over the past few months may also mean your child was allowed to have some later bedtimes than normal. Now that school is back in session, you may be wondering how these late bedtimes over ...
" Vaccinations are one of the biggest public health innovations in history. Because of the myriad vaccines we have available, we have completely or nearly eliminated several devastating diseases, saving countless lives in the process. Diseases like measles, mumps, whooping cough and chickenpox can be debilitating, or even fatal. In order to keep your children — and other students— healthy, you must ensure their vaccinations are up-to-date before school starts. AFC Urgent Care North Andover is there ...
" [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”4″ gal_title=”NA National Night Out”] Each year, the people of Merrimack Valley congregate to celebrate the unity between the police department and the local community. The event, called National Night Out, took place on August 2nd throughout the towns of Merrimack Valley and southern New Hampshire to help create a safer environment for both the police and civilians. At North Andover’s National Night Out, everyone gathered at Hayes Stadium to enjoy ...
" If your child plays team sports through their school, you are probably looking forward to cheering them on during their season, and planning out your schedule around their practices. But have you planned for their sports physical yet? The pre-participation sports physical is required almost universally in the United States. Sports physicals help prevent risk and assess the health and fitness of children to ensure the activity will be healthy for them. Here’s why ...
" The summer equinox, also known as the longest day of the year, was June 20, and the rest of summer is looking pretty bright. With the sun shining that much, most people will be applying more sunscreen than usual. But here at AFC Urgent Care, we know that you need just as much sunscreen on cloudy days and during the winter as you do now. Sun damage can sneak up on your skin if you ...
" Each year, AFC Doctors Express Urgent Care North Andover has the pleasure of providing a scholarship to a local high school senior for their hard work and dedication to the community. This year’s recipient was the Norwich University-bound, AJ. Doctors Express Recipient Interview Questions: What are your next steps? I will be attending Norwich university. Do you have any words of advice for the upcoming seniors? Don’t make excuses. Best memory from high ...
" Summertime is the best time for grilling outdoors with family and friends. But while you’re grilling and chilling, we at AFC Urgent Care want to make sure you are staying safe, as well. So take some time to remember these tips for your next summer barbecue, and you’ll be better prepared to keep you and your family safe around the grill. Grill Away from Your House It may come as no surprise that ...
" Zika virus is a growing concern for people traveling this summer, as it has begun spreading rapidly through new regions in Central America and the United States. Zika virus typically has very mild symptoms, but it can put people at risk of complications such as infant microcephaly and Guillain-Barré syndrome. There is currently no cure or vaccine for the Zika virus. AFC Urgent Care wants you and your family to be protected while on vacation ...
" [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”5″ gal_title=”North Andover Childrens Show”] This summer, the team at AFC Doctors Express Urgent Care North Andover will be helping out at the North Andover commons Community Children’s Shows! Between now and mid-August, the town of North Andover will be hosting a variety of performances on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m., featuring exciting acts such as clowns, musicians, magicians and a number of other intriguing performers. On July 7th ...
" At 8:30 am on July 4th, 900 runners arrived at the starting line to participate in this year’s annual North Andover 4th of July Road Race. AFC Doctors Express Urgent Care North Andover had the pleasure of being one of the co-sponsors for the event, which benefitted the Friends of the North Andover Senior Center. Our team planted ourselves in the North Andover, where we donated over 900 water bottles to runners and ...
" Dehydration tends to sneak up on you, especially during the summer. The hotter weather and higher humidity in the summer can make it hard to stay hydrated, so while your family is enjoying time outside in the summer sun, you need to keep hydration top-of-mind. This summer, AFC Urgent Care wants you to stay safe in the heat by using these tips to stay hydrated. Why Is It Important to Stay Hydrated? Proper hydration makes ...
" Growing up, Dad looked out for your health and safety to make sure you reached adulthood in one piece. Now that Dad is getting older, there are things you can do to return the favor. If you see some healthy changes your dad could make in his life, but you don’t know how to help him do so, read on! AFC Urgent Care can help you navigate the sometimes-tricky conversations about Dad’s health ...
" The team at AFC Doctors Express Urgent Care North Andover once again returned to school this week to attend the Kittredges Elementary School Field Day. Like all field days, the event celebrated the end of another successful school year. We had the pleasure of participating in a number of awesome activities alongside the wonderful students and amazing teachers of Kittredges Elementary. In addition to sponsoring the event, our team distributed water to make sure each ...
