Winter on the North Shore can be beautiful and brutal. Between early-morning dog walks, school recess, shoveling out the driveway, cheering at outdoor hockey rinks, and commuting in blowing snow, it’s easy to push past your limits. That’s when cold-related injuries like frostbite and hypothermia become more than just textbook terms. They’re real threats that can escalate quickly if you don’t know the signs. The good news: with the right know-how ...
If you’re worried about a possible STD (also called an STI), the last thing you should have to worry about is insurance. Whether you don’t have coverage, you’re between plans, or you prefer to keep testing off your insurance for privacy reasons, you still deserve fast, discreet care. That’s precisely what you’ll find at AFC Urgent Care Beverly. Our providers offer confidential, affordable STD testing and treatment with transparent pricing ...
Afternoons on the North Shore are made for soccer practice, dog walks, trail loops at Ravenswood, and quick lawn cleanups before dinner. They’re also prime time for ticks. These tiny arachnids are expert hitchhikers, and Massachusetts’ mix of woods, brush, and coastal greenery gives them everything they need. The good news? A thorough tick check takes 10 minutes, and it’s often the difference between a harmless encounter and a tick-borne illness like Lyme ...
Here in coastal Massachusetts, fall means cooler temps, closed windows, and more time indoors, and with that comes the perfect recipe for sniffles, coughs, and stubborn winter illnesses. You can’t control the school bus or the office breakroom, but you can make your home your health headquarters. The big three to focus on? Air quality, humidity, and germ control. This isn’t about expensive renovations or buying a closet full of gadgets. A healthier ...