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Summer is finally in full swing! With warm weather, many people crave spending time outdoors – whether tending to the garden, grilling in the backyard, playing in the park, or sunbathing on the beach. Nevertheless, a simple brush with nature can lead to a red, itchy, swollen rash from poison ivy, poison sumac, and poison oak. Containing oil named Urushiol, these plants cause skin irritation in as little as 12 hours after contact. Though rare, severe ...

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Summer is finally in full swing! With warm weather, many people crave spending time outdoors – whether tending to the garden, grilling in the backyard, playing in the park, or sunbathing on the beach. Nevertheless, a simple brush with nature can lead to a red, itchy, swollen rash from poison ivy, poison sumac, and poison oak. Containing oil named Urushiol, these plants cause skin irritation in as little as 12 hours after contact. Though rare, severe ...

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While there is a lot of talk about the ‘universal health benefits’ of going gluten-free, there are many aspects of the lifestyle that most people are still unsure or unaware about. We believe that there is some truth out there, but that it is also important to clear the air on some of the bigger gluten and gluten-free myths   Myth #1: Everyone should try going Gluten-free!   Unless you have been medically diagnosed with celiac disease ...

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Strolling the streets of Paris or taking in the scenery in the Greek islands are great ways to spend a summer vacation abroad. But with all the memories you’ll be making, don’t make the mistake of getting sick. Going abroad comes with its own set of health dangers, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a comprehensive list of diseases to be wary of. But if you don’t anticipate coming ...

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A healthy diet, exercise, and plenty of sleep doesn't guarantee you won’t get sick. Practicing diligent awareness of your surroundings and the best safety practices doesn’t guarantee you won’t get injured. Illness and injury can occur when you least expect it and often during the most inconvenient of times. Above all, fast relief of your pain and suffering is of the utmost importance. This causes many to spend more time and ...

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Our AFC Urgent Care Urgent Care Center is pleased to announce our appointment by the Mayor of South Plainfield as the official Borough Physician of the Borough of South Plainfield. Mayor Anesh, with the consent of the municipal council, appointed AFC Urgent Care to serve in this capacity. As Borough Physician, we will examine all Borough employees for the purpose of ascertaining whether they are physically able to perform the duties of their office or ...

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While some people are still shoveling snow, many Americans are facing yet another blow from the weather just in time for spring – a sudden explosion of pollen for what’s expected to be a particularly nasty allergy season. March has yet to go out like a lamb, and we at AFC Urgent Care can already tell that this month’s wacky weather is wreaking havoc on allergy sufferers, as our centers are already seeing patients ...

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This winter we have experienced numerous stretches of very cold temperatures that pose a wide variety of health risks, from colds to frostbite and hypothermia. AFC Urgent Care in South Plainfield is dedicated to keeping you and your family happy and healthy all season long and would like to remind you of the dangers of exposure to extreme cold.   Today we would like to focus on the threat of frostbite, a condition in which the ...

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February can be a bleak month, filled with gray, dreary days and chilly, blustery nights. While the chill in the air can’t be blamed for bugs going around the office or school, the cold itself can irritate the body, causing minor ailments. Each winter season, doctors here at AFC Urgent Care find more and more patients complaining of some common winter issues, in addition to colds and flu. Topping the list of patient complaints ...

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Ice Skating is a wonderful winter tradition and fun form of exercise that people of all ages can enjoy. Nevertheless, a lack of safety and awareness can easily lead to serious injury from breaks to sprains to head trauma. Thankfully, sports injury from ice skating can be easily prevented with a few easy steps. Have blades professionally sharpened before each skating session Skate only on specially prepared skating rinks that are guaranteed to withstand your ...

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Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a scary report, outlining the severity of the flu this year. Due to an uptick in deaths attributed to the flu, the CDC declared the flu had reached epidemic status. While that sounds serious, there are still ways for you to ward off the flu and stay healthy this season. The flu is particularly troublesome for children under 5 -- and especially under 2 -- and for adults ...

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Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a scary report, outlining the severity of the flu this year. Due to an uptick in deaths attributed to the flu, the CDC declared the flu had reached epidemic status. While that sounds serious, there are still ways for you to ward off the flu and stay healthy this season. The flu is particularly troublesome for children under 5 -- and especially under 2 -- and for adults ...

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The recent and tragic death of a 17 year old teen from Michigan has many concerned about the flu epidemic currently on rise in the United States. Statistics show that flu activity is high in nearly half the country — 22 states and Puerto Rico, and experts are urging people to take preventive action by getting vaccinated, regardless if they are healthy or not. The elderly are generally those affected the most. Flu-related hospitalizations among people ...

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The whipping winds, cold air, and low humidity of winter air can do major damage to your skin. Stripping away the skin’s natural oil barrier, winter air causes it to become itchy, irritated, cracked, and dry. With winter now in full swing, it’s important to take preventative action to avoid major skin damage and flare ups of conditions like eczema and psoriasis. These easy tips can keep your skin healthy all winter long ...

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Do you have a runny nose, congestion, and pain or pressure around the face and eyes? Though these symptoms are common with colds, if they persist for ten days or more they may be a sign of sinus infection (sinusitis). Colds cause sinuses to become inflamed, blocked, and filled with fluid which causes a breeding ground for bacteria and puts you at greater risk of developing an infection. What is a Sinus Infection? A sinus ...

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AFC Urgent Care Urgent Care in South Plainfield provides you and your family with the highest quality urgent care in the area. We treat patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, for a wide variety illnesses and injuries ranging from coughs to colds, cuts to bruises, and sprains to fractures. We also help to ensure that your family is healthy by providing a number of additional services, including: Sports, camp, and immigration physicals; Vaccinations ...

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“Yes, mom, we heard you! We know it’s cold out there. We’re grabbing our coats right now!” “This scratchy throat and runny nose will definitely get better with some homemade chicken soup.” “Of course we promise to cough into our elbows.” We’ve all heard our mothers’ best remedies and advice for cold and flu season, as well as some old wives’ tales that have been passed along from generation to generation. Whether ...

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At AFC Urgent Care South Plainfield, our occupational medicine program provides a number of crucial benefits to both small and large businesses, schools, and municipalities. Our goal is to provide quality medical services for all your employees at an affordable price. From pre-employment physicals to drug and alcohol testing, we provide a number of occupational health options to ensure your employees are healthy and drug free. We have designed a program that keeps a record ...

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WHAT IS EBOLA? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Ebola, previously known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus strains. SYMPTOMS OF EBOLA As mentioned on the CDC webpage, Ebola can only be spread to others after symptoms begin. Symptoms of Ebola include: Fever (greater than 38.6°C or 101.5°F) Severe headache Muscle pain Weakness Diarrhea ...

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According to the American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine, the rapid population growth in the United States is making it difficult for patients to gain access to primary health care services. This situation has overwhelmed the number of existing primary care physicians resulting in limited scheduling opportunities for patients and shortened patient visits. AFC Urgent Care South Plainfield can help remedy this situation. Our board-certified physicians have extensive medical training and experience. They are passionate ...

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