" If you’re planning a trip anywhere, especially outside of the country, there are certain medical precautions you need to take to protect yourself and your loved ones. Knowing what vaccinations to receive, what medications to pack, and other necessities can seem like an endless list, but it doesn’t have to be. Let’s take a look at five steps you can take to medically prepare for your vacation before taking off. Get Vaccinated ...
" June is celebrated as Men’s Health Awareness month. It’s incredibly important to do regular checkups once every year. These checkups will not only tell you crucial numbers about your current health condition but also inform you of any existing or future complicated illnesses. Lots and lots of men are guilty of putting off annual wellness checks for one reason or another. Some are too busy, some are afraid of what their doctors will ...
" Why Summer Camp Physicals Are Important Summer is just around the corner, and kids are gearing up for camp and every outdoor activity imaginable. Who doesn’t love finally being out of school and able to bask in the beautiful sunny weather? But before camp rolls around, there are errands to run and paperwork to prepare. Parents, you may have noticed summer camps generally require children to have a physical done prior to attending and ...
" It is very important to understand the differences between an emergency room and an urgent care center. If you are suffering from minor injuries and illnesses such as minor cuts, sprains, seasonal allergies or insect bites, visit an urgent care center instead of the emergency room. Save the ER trips for more serious injuries or conditions such as deep/big cuts, intense vomiting, the sign of heart attacks, poisoning, major life-threatening injuries etc. Here are ...
" Many, many people dread the idea of going to the doctor. Getting regular health screenings, though, is incredibly important! The more you know about your body and any conditions that may be afflicting you, the better care you can take of yourself. In today’s world, a host of conditions can be managed or even cured with proper diet, exercise, and, in some cases, prescription medication. Everyone wants to stay healthy to make memories with ...
" Finally…the birds are chirping, the clouds are clearing, and the sun is shining. Spring is here! With nice weather typically comes spring fever, an insatiable urge to be outside enjoying all that the great outdoors has to offer. Unfortunately, as fun as springtime is, there are some costs that come with spending so much time out of doors. As long as you’re knowledgeable about how to protect yourself and your family, though, none ...
" Goodbye snowy winter and welcome, lovely spring. It’s that time of year again, when spring’s warmth melts Connecticut’s lingering snow/ice, bare trees bloom beautiful flowers and the great outdoors beckons once again. Now is the time to take your workouts outside and boost your fitness. Spring offers considerable benefits when it comes to an outdoor exercise regimen. Push It Real Good The outdoors has a magical way of getting people to ...
" Pre-Employment Physicals are often requested by employers before final job candidates are hired. These are used to measure the physical suitability of a candidate for physically demanding jobs. These physicals can help lower the risk of injury due to physical inability of the worker to perform the job duties. At AFC Urgent Care Stamford, we can administer your candidate’s pre-employment physical. Our exam includes: Review of medical history Strength and flexibility testing Vision and ...
" With beautiful spring and warmer weather comes miserable allergies. A welcome change from the cold ushers in a new season, with warm breeze transporting airborne pollen and mold spores. Spring spells trouble for seasonal allergy sufferers; allergens, such as pollen, cause an immune system response in which it is mistakenly recognized as an invader, and the body produces antibodies to attack the allergen. Armed with the right information, you can better prepare for the allergies ...
" While how you eat may affect your health, eating healthy can affect your wallet, and not in a way that you appreciate. The consensus is that it costs a lot more money to eat healthy, but this doesn’t have to be the case. There are ways to have healthy foods in your diet and to save money in the process. Let’s look at how you can make that happen. Play the Coupon Game ...
" Whether it’s seasonal allergies or food allergies, nobody wants to be plagued by them. The good news is that you don’t have to suffer from annoying allergy symptoms. There are fast, effective and even natural remedies that can offer relief, and you can find them right at home. Here are five simple home remedies for stopping your allergies in their tracks. Nasal Irrigation Effective, safe and inexpensive, nasal irrigation involves the creation of ...
" Doctors recommend adults get between seven to nine hours of sleep per night. However, according to HuffPost, more than a third of Americans regularly do not sleep enough. That means that roughly 83.6 million adults in the U.S. alone are sleep deprived. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 34.8 percent of American adults get less than seven hours of sleep per night. Worse yet, 11.8 ...
" With this year’s overwhelming flu activity reaching every corner of the nation, it’s important to remain educated on the potential hot spots and preventative measures to avoid flu-related germs. Doctor’s offices, school classrooms, the gym, and even your workplace are among the top culprits for contracting seasonal influenza. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American adult spends more hours during the week at their place of work ...
" You’ve probably had that scratchy, itchy feeling. The one that starts in the back of your throat and suddenly turns into a painful burning sensation. Some people say it’s like trying to swallow broken glass. Now that’s a pretty vivid description of the common sore throat and if you have ever had one that bad then you’re not likely to forget it. Usually, a simple sore throat will come along with ...
" The weather’s cold, the days are short, and the cold and flu viruses are running rampant. It’s likely that sometime this season, you’ll find yourself with a bit of a cough. Coughing is the body’s way of trying to clear your airways. It’s a natural occurrence and is rarely the sign of anything serious. The cause of a cough varies widely and so do the treatments, but it’s important ...
" Most years, the terms “flu season” and “flu shot” are viewed as a pesky seasonal rite of passage, a nuisance, another thing on your to-do list. But this year, the virulent H3N2 virus — which has been circulating for 50 years and dubbed the “Hong Kong flu” — is getting peoples’ attention. The 2017–2018 flu season epidemic is expected to kill more than 50,000 people of all ages, many of whom appeared healthy “just a ...
" New Year’s resolutions fell by the wayside weeks ago (do you still do that?) and the cold and flu season has gripped the country in a vise that has been hard to shake. This time of year, the effort to live a healthy and balanced life can seem like a losing battle. Hey, don’t give up! Daffodils are sprouting. Spring is on its way. February is heart health month and Valentine’s Day ...
" Sports & Camp Physicals in Stamford, CT Children registering to participate in sports, camps, or school programs are often required to have a physical conducted. These physicals are required to make sure the child is physically healthy and not at risk for further injury or illness by participation. If your child’s primary care physician is overbooked and the sports season is right around the corner, stop by AFC Urgent Care Stamford! One of our physicians ...
" As the days get longer and colder, you’re more than likely spending more time indoors and less time outside in the cold. Being out in the sun all summer long can make you thirsty, but it’s easy to overlook the importance of staying hydrated all year. Staying hydrated is essential to overall health while maintaining functions in your body such as your heart, brain, and muscles. Some symptoms of dehydration include: Increased thirst ...
" According to a survey conducted by the NFHS, 2016-2017 season set an all-time high record of the participation rate in high school sports. To be specific, 7,963,535 high school athletes played at least one sport in the last season. That is an impressive number and it is expected that there will be even more young athletes joining the ranks this upcoming school year. Due to such a highly competitive nature of high school ...
