Bacteria has a reputation for causing diseases however growing scientific evidence suggests that you can treat some illnesses with foods and supplements containing certain live bacteria. Many people have started consuming Probiotics. Let us understand what it is? What are Probiotics? Probiotic derives from two words: pro and biota, which means ‘for life.’ Probiotics are live microorganisms that are consumed through fermented food. It is known to promote a wide range of health benefits. From ...
Shingle is a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that can cause chickenpox. It affects the skin surface, sensory ganglion, and nerve supplies. A person can get shingles only if they have had chickenpox or were exposed to the varicella-zoster virus. A person can catch shingles from another by contact because the virus is present in the blisters. The virus can lie dormant for a long time. Its symptoms include rashes ...
During the global emergency of COVID 19 when we were not able to avail a face-to-face physician consultation, the virtual care saved us. Telemedicine is now an emerging technology in health care meeting the patients’ needs. Cardiovascular medical practice has moved a step ahead with remote processing of cardiac diseases through telecardiology. Real time patient management is possible even during critical conditions like CHF and cardiac arrests. Tele ECG and its recordings The main purpose ...
Diwali and the care everyone needs to take when there are fireworks. Diwali is a festival of lights and joy. It is celebrated mainly in India and some other countries. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a festival celebrated in India and Nepal. It is celebrated on the fifth day of the Hindu month of Kartik, which falls in October this year. Monday, October 24th, is the Diwali date. It's a ...
Health literacy means being able to understand and make use of information about your health. You can't be too healthy if you don't know what's going on in your body! What is health? There are many ways for people to improve their health literacy, including Reading books or magazines about health Talking with a medical professional Taking an online course or class related to your health October is National Health Literacy Month ...
Covid-19 is a global pandemic that has infected large areas of the world. After Covid, we have a new world to live in. But, we are still in a post-covid world, which is fearful. “Covid-19, Where We are Heading to?” We face the same challenges as before, but now we are armed with knowledge about how to protect ourselves and our families from these diseases. Because of this, there are several different types of covid-19 ...
This October, breast cancer awareness is at the forefront of our minds. October is the Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Cancer of the breast is the most common type of cancer in women as it affects 1 in 8 women. One in every three women will be diagnosed with breast lump at some point in their life. Women who visit for a mammogram most frequently complain of pain under the breast or a breast lump. Breast ...
Immigration physicals are a critical need for any new permanent residents, workers on visa programs, and other immigrants coming into the country. The COVID-19 pandemic has complicated the process for patients to immigrate to the United States, but there are options to help secure efficient and fast immigration physicals for newly arrived residents. AFC Urgent Care Warrington offers immigration physicals for patients that need to establish a permanent or temporary residency in the U.S ...
Patients need COVID-19 testing in order to return to work, school, and normal activities as restrictions on businesses open and our communities go back to a “new normal.” Sometimes, a patient may need a faster type of COVID-19 testing than the standard PCR nasal swab if they are going back to work/travel/etc. on a short notice. Luckily, patients can book Rapid COVID-19 testing at AFC Urgent Care Warrington so they can have same-day ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a second wave to start of 2021, which means that available testing and vaccinations are crucial to help our community transition to the “new normal.” Vaccinations are going to be scheduled based on age group and specific occupational hierarchy (healthcare providers, first responders, essential workers) so many patients will need to asses their infection risks with COVID-19 testing. The good news for patients is that rapid COVID-19 testing provides ...
