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Can I Get A DOT Physical At Urgent Care?

DOT physicals are a critical part of maintaining a commercial driver's license (CDL). They ensure that you are both mentally and physically fit to drive commercially. For many, having a valid commercial vehicle license is vital to their employment. Visit AFC Urgent Care Southcenter for DOT Physicals available 6 days a week on a walk-in basis. How Long Does A DOT Physical Take? If you require a commercial driver's license for your job ...

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Should I Get Tested For COVID-19 If I Have Mild Illness Symptoms?

Although the days of the COVID-19 pandemic are behind us, many healthcare professionals have warned that COVID-19 is here to stay. With COVID-19 still circulating this cold and flu season, COVID-19 is very much still an illness to be aware of. Although the COVID-19 virus is thought to mutate every year like the flu, the symptoms of COVID-19 seem to continue to mimic other minor illnesses such as the common cold. If you’re feeling ...

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Is There a Difference Between Telemedicine and Telehealth Urgent Care?

Is There a Difference Between Telemedicine and Telehealth Urgent Care? Telehealth urgent care and telemedicine are terms that are often  used interchangeably but actually have some distinct differences. Telehealth is an umbrella term that refers to the use of technology in a variety of healthcare services, while telemedicine is a specific type of telehealth service that involves remote clinical services between a doctor and a patient. Schedule an Appointment What Is Telehealth Urgent Care? At its core ...

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Food Poisoning: When and Why to Visit AFC Kent WA

Food Poisoning: When and Why to Visit AFC Kent WA Food poisoning is an unwelcome and often unpredictable health concern that can strike when we least expect it. Defined as an illness caused by consuming contaminated food or beverages, it can manifest as various symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe gastrointestinal distress. While some cases resolve on their own with rest and hydration, there are instances where seeking prompt medical attention becomes crucial. ${custom_link_1_title ...

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Is Going to Urgent Care Like Going to the Emergency Room?

Is an Urgent Care Walk-In Clinic Like Going to the ER? If you find yourself with an emergency medical condition that needs to be dealt with, it can often become an overwhelming situation. Thoughts of long waits, expensive treatments, and procedures at a hospital emergency room (ER) may cross your mind. However, the ER isn't always your only option - have you ever considered visiting an urgent care walk-in clinic? Urgent care clinics like AFC ...

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