The colder months are nearly here, which means it’s time to prepare yourself to fight against the flu. Catching the flu is quite a taxing ordeal, almost always resulting in having to call out sick from work. The Bureau of Labor Statistics has done studies that show there is a notable spike in illness-related work absences each year during flu season. Get Your Flu Shot Failing to get your flu shot is setting yourself ...
By December, many people feel like it’s too late to get their flu shot. Flu season has started, and if they didn’t get their flu shot in the fall, they’re certainly not going to find time for it during the busy holiday season. But the truth is, as long as people are still getting sick with the flu, people should still be getting the flu shot. If you haven’t gotten your ...
By December, many people feel like it’s too late to get their flu shot. Flu season has started, and if they didn’t get their flu shot in the fall, they’re certainly not going to find time for it during the busy holiday season. But the truth is, as long as people are still getting sick with the flu, people should still be getting the flu shot. If you haven’t gotten your ...
If you’re expecting a little one within the next nine months, you probably have a lot on your mind. Between the doctor’s visits, prenatal classes, prepping the baby’s room and stocking up on everything you will need, preparing for your baby’s arrival can be exhausting. Among everything else you have to do, it can be easy to forget to get your flu shot! Getting a flu shot is especially important for ...
This holiday season, give the gift of good health! Instead of spending a fortune on the latest fad, invest in your health and the health of your loved ones. Trends come and go, but good health will always be in style. Whether you’re shopping for a budding health nut or a fitness fanatic, this guide will help you find the perfect healthy gift for all the special people in your life. Reusable water bottle ...
The weather outside is getting frightful, which must mean we’ve entered the winter season. For people with all skin types, it can be a lot more challenging to keep skin healthy and moisturized in the cold, unforgiving air outside and the dry, punishing heat inside. Your skin is your body’s first line of defense when it comes to preventing illness, so keeping it healthy can directly influence how you feel all winter long ...
Turkey, pumpkin pie, loved ones and gratitude are hallmarks of the season. We sit around the table, poised to dive into tempting treats, and talk about our comfortable homes or new jobs or time spent with family. We are thankful. Being thankful means pausing to think about what is important in our lives, as well as why these things are important in our lives. As the words “I’m thankful for my health” cross your ...
The crisp air, the crunchy leaves, and the sniffles in our offices and classrooms give it away; it’s officially the beginning of fall. While the season may be beautiful, the flu that always seems to come with it is certainly not. To protect yourself this flu season, you need to know exactly how the flu operates, so you can separate myth from fact. Here are some of the most common myths about the flu ...
October is here, and fall is in full swing. The leaves are starting to turn from green to brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges, but there’s one color that pops up in October you won’t see on the trees — pink. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which features an annual campaign to raise awareness about the disease and learn more about protecting yourself. The best way to keep yourself healthy is early detection. When ...
That sore, dry, sandpaper-like feeling in the back of your throat can be the first sign of cold, allergies, or a more serious illness. Sore Throat also known as Pharyngitis is a condition marked by pain in the throat, usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. With a wide variety of causes and accompanying symptoms, it’s difficult to know when you should be concerned. Here are some of the most common causes and ...
AFC Urgent Care is a full-service walk in urgent care center servicing residents of West Springfield and Springfield, MA. We treat most non-life threatening injuries and illnesses, from minor cuts and sprains to lab work and x-rays. AFC Urgent Care is conveniently open 7 days a week, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 8 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm. A visit to AFC Urgent Care is fast and ...
AFC Urgent Care is a full-service walk in urgent care center servicing residents of West Springfield and Springfield, MA. We treat most non-life threatening injuries and illnesses, from minor cuts and sprains to lab work and x-rays. AFC Urgent Care is conveniently open 7 days a week, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 8 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm. A visit to AFC Urgent Care is fast and ...
AFC Urgent Care centers value respect and consideration for others, honesty and integrity which is why they are known highly for advanced patient care provided by expert physicians and staff. The teams at AFC Urgent Care Springfield and West Springfield are all board-certified medical doctors who are on-site 7 days a week! In addition to our physicians, we also have a highly qualified staff of medical assistants and x-ray technicians! Our doctors are able to ...
