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Poison ivy is a very common plant across all of North America. It grows in all sorts of places and can be difficult to identify among thick vegetation. However, coming into contact with a poison ivy plant can be dangerous because most people are allergic to the oils that the plant produces. Keep reading to learn more about what happens when you accidentally touch poison ivy. If you think you came into contact with a ...

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This season, tick populations are at an all-time high. This means that Lyme disease diagnoses are becoming more common than in previous years. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that humans can contract from deer tick bites. It can cause serious illness and if not treated early, can become a chronic condition. Keep reading to learn more about diagnosing and treating Lyme disease. If you are bitten by a tick, AFC Urgent Care Waltham offers ...

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Whether at a desk in the office or working remotely from home, many employees spend the majority of their day seated. While this may seem like a routine part of adult life, research has shown that a sedentary lifestyle can impact our health. Workplace wellness programs offer a solution. These initiatives can help counteract the negative effects of sitting and promote overall well-being. Join us as we explore the dangers of prolonged sitting and how ...

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Whiplash can often be diagnosed through a history and physical examination. Depending on your symptoms, how long they have lasted, and how the injury occurred, your doctor may order imaging tests like X-ray services to confirm the extent of the injury. While commonly associated with car accidents, whiplash can also occur from sports injuries, falls, or physical assaults. It's characterized by symptoms like neck pain and stiffness, headaches, and even cognitive disturbances, which can ...

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Are you planning a trip abroad and find yourself wondering, “what vaccines are required for international travel?” AFC in Waltham MA provides all this information and more in this guide. One crucial aspect of travel preparation is ensuring you're protected against diseases that may be rare or nonexistent in the United States but prevalent in other parts of the world. Vaccinations are a key part of this protection, helping to prevent the spread of ...

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Why Is it Better to Go to an Urgent Care Clinic and Not the Hospital? In a medical situation, most people’s first reaction is to rush to the nearest hospital. But often, this isn’t the right decision regarding healthcare. Thankfully, other options – such as urgent care clinics – provide excellent treatment while saving time and money. An urgent care center is a medical center that provides immediate, short-term care for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries ...

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