" The kitchen is a space that brings families and friends together during the holidays. Planning, preparing, and cooking the meals is a tradition that’s passed down year after year. Kitchens are often more crowded during the holidays and unfortunately, that extra commotion leads to a big increase in the number of kitchen related injuries. There are some steps you can take to ensure everyone helping in the kitchen is not only having a good ...
" Seasonal illnesses are likely to impact patients this fall at a greater-than-normal volume since may illnesses, injuries, and ailments disproportionately impact individuals of all ages. Understanding some of the key seasonal illnesses during the fall can help patients stay protected this season. Illness prevention during the fall season is a pretty straightforward process. Simply keep up with your personal hygiene, frequent hand washing, and avoid contact with germy spaces throughout the season. And whenever you ...
" Fall is a season that sees higher rates of sports related injuries than almost any other time of year. This can be credited to the fact that football season is in full swing, as well as many other sports that engage children and adults alike. Injury can occur at any age and any experience level, but there are some preventative steps you can take to stay safe! Common Injuries Some of the most common sports ...
" The new school year has kicked off, which means it is time to enjoy the fall as well as the time you get from your kids going to school. But that doesn’t mean taking care of your children’s healthcare needs continues to stop! About two or three weeks into the school year, your child may all of a sudden get sick and need to get immediate illness and seasonal treatment. It can seem ...
" In late August, the State Department of Public Health in Massachusetts confirmed a human case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE). Other healthcare organizations have also confirmed a spike in human EEE cases. EEE is a mosquito-borne illness and although EEE is not commonly transmitted to people, it can be severe when it does happen. That is why it is critical to take precautionary steps to avoid mosquito bites. Avoid nighttime outdoor activity Mosquitos are most ...
" Flu season is just coming up and you must’ve seen several reminders about the need for a flu shot. However, you might be wondering where exactly you should be getting the vaccine. The good news for you is that AFC Urgent Care Watertown provides flu shots at our walk-in clinic so you can get the shot as soon as you need it. But how exactly does urgent care provide benefits for patients in terms ...
" Flu shot season is right around the corner, which means that it is time to start thinking about the best time to get your flu shot. Without a flu shot, you’re likely to experience uncomfortable and irritating symptom and miss several days of work/school/etc. because of these symptoms. Make sure you get your flu shot as early as possible at an urgent care center that provides flu shots and know these benefits ...
" Tick bites are especially common in Massachusetts during the summer as these insects come out to find new hosts. Humans and dogs are some of the most common hosts for ticks, which presents the possible risk of Lyme Disease and subsequent health issues. For the most part, tick bites are relatively easy to avoid with the right intervention skills. But ticks are small and hard to detect once they are able to latch onto a ...
" Family vacations should be a time of enjoyment and building memories together! Even all the cramped car rides, missed turns, and kids fighting in the back seat, your family trip should have plenty of fun and enjoyment to look back on. Planning a new road trip, family stay, or a similar vacation requires a lot of planning in terms of itinerary, budgeting, and taking the appropriate amount of time necessary to do so. But on ...
" It seems like everywhere you look you’re bombarded with health info. From TV shows and magazine covers to friends and family who want to share their wisdom, there’s no shortage of health myths being thrown out there each day. Today we’re going to dispel some of the most common health myths that you probably hear all the time! Your Body Needs to Detox Many celebrities and normal people alike talk about detoxing ...
" If you’re like many people, you probably aren’t satisfied with your current eating habits. You know you need to improve on them, but the thought of actually doing so just seems so daunting. The key to making successful changes to your eating habits comes from finding the right motivation and we’re happy to help you do that! Track What You Eat There’s no better way to motivate positive behavior than by ...
" Every time you get online you’re bombarded with nutrition and health advice, but sadly, a lot of that information isn’t reliable. Fad diets and misinformation leads to advice that could actually be doing more harm than good. We’re here to arm you with some nutrition tips that are actually evidence based that you know you can rely on! Additionally, we’ve provided some basic fitness guidelines as well to help produce the ...
" Are you suffering from a chronic medical condition? If not, then at least one person you know, and love surely is. That can be said with certainty because according to a recent CDC survey, 6 in every 10 US citizens are suffering from at least one chronic illness. Up to 4 of those ten are suffering from more than one chronic disease at a time. With statistics that high, it’s important that you know ...
" Sexually transmitted diseases, commonly referred to as STDs, are a topic that holds a negative stigma in the minds of most people. This stigma has led to a lack of conversation and education about the topic. As fewer people know about STDs, more and more people are becoming affected. We’re here to help break the stigma and educate you on everything you need to know regarding the treatment, screening, and management of STDs. STD ...
" Youth sports are a great way for your child to exercise more frequently, socialize, and create a new hobby. But did you know millions of student athletes get injuries each year during school sports? Nearly 3.2 million children each year experience a sports-related injury. In addition, sports injuries were the leading cause of hospitalizations for children between the ages of 12 and 17. However, most sports injuries are highly preventable. Medical experts recommend that ...
" Sports injuries are a common occurrence whether you are playing in professional or amateur athletics. Especially for young children sports injuries are likely to occur during athletic competition. As covered in our last blog, common sports injuries include sprains, muscle tweaks, knee injuries, and also head injuries. To prevent further injury after sports completion you may have to perform first aid. The benefits of first aid include being able to safely transport a patient to ...
" Vaccinations, otherwise known as “shots,” are currently a part of larger national conversations about preventing harmful diseases and helping young children build immunity to dangerous viruses. Measles outbreaks across the country have occurred in 10 states, according to data from the CDC. Many of these outbreaks were the result of parents and anti-vaccination groups preventing their children from getting vaccines. While medical providers have dispelled common myths about vaccinations, many individuals are still confused about ...
" If you have heart disease, then you may have experienced increased worry, stress, or caution when making most decisions. Individuals that have increased risks for heart disease are not alone since heart health issues are extremely prevalent across the U.S. Research funded by the American Heart Association found that cardiovascular disease and heart health issues account for 836,546 deaths annually while roughly 2,300 Americans die of a cardiovascular disease every day. Furthermore ...
" Urgent care centers provide a fantastic healthcare resource for local communities: fast, affordable, and convenient medical service. Many urgent care centers also provide preventive care without the need for an appointment, so patients can walk in and receive care whenever their schedule is open. But most patients are not sure what types of services are provided under urgent care. A handful of patients may be surprised to learn that most urgent care centers provide comprehensive ...
" The start of 2019 is already over. Now may be the perfect time to start thinking about the best ways to prevent seasonal illnesses for the upcoming months. Seasonal illnesses are a constant healthcare concern throughout the year as influenza begins to peak at the start of the year, while allergies develop in the later months. It is important to understand that seasonal illnesses are a year-round health concern. A seasonal illness can lead to ...
