A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is a frustrating ailment that causes a runny nose, congestion, swollen and/or itching eyes, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms. While there isn’t necessarily a quick sinus infection cure, there are certainly ways that you can ease your discomfort and speed up your recovery.  If you’re suffering from sinusitis, know that you aren’t alone; approximately 90% of patients with colds have an element of viral ...

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Local urgent care centers in West Hartford, or family walk-in clinics, offer patients convenient and affordable urgent healthcare services. When you visit a family walk-in clinic, you can expect quick, quality care at a fraction of the cost of your local emergency room.  Emergency rooms tend to be very busy and crowded and are associated with longer waiting times and higher fees. By going to a walk-in doctor’s office for a non-life-threatening illness or injury ...

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Most people with COVID-19 have mild symptoms, but some people become severely ill, and can be hospitalized. Let’s not forget the people who may not even know they have COVID-19 because they don’t have any symptoms. At this time, we are now dealing with a new variant called B.1.1.529.  Sore throats are very common in the winter months, but many people are wondering if it’s COVID-19, strep throat or ...

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What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers.    What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...

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The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower front of the neck. Sadly, millions of Americans are diagnosed with a Thyroid condition. Thyroid disease is a common endocrine disorder, and can cause a wide range of symptoms, from fatigue and weight gain to depression and anxiety. Being educated on Thyroid Disease will help you better understand the cause, symptoms, and treatments available.  You may be at a higher risk of developing a thyroid ...

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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that infects the respiratory system during the winter. It can cause serious infections in young children and adults who have weak immune systems. The peak season for RSV is from November to March making it a threat along with the common cold, the flu and COVID. The point is, we have another virus to worry about and it’s not one that you want your child or ...

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It’s American Diabetes Month. When was the last time you got your blood sugar levels checked?! If you can’t remember the last time, you got them checked, then it’s time to get them checked.  Why do we need American Diabetes Month? Because diabetes is on the rise in alarming numbers throughout the U.S. What Is Diabetes Exactly? Diabetes is a serious health condition that affects the production of insulin in your ...

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Last year we had flu and COVID spreading around West Hartford causing many of us to cancel our favorite holiday plans. This year we also have to worry about Monkeypox as well (a triple threat). Let’s not make the mistake of skipping out on our flu shots and COVID-19 booster shots, so we can actually spend time with our family and friends this winter season.  Now is the time to get both vaccines. As ...

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Here at AFC Urgent Care West Hartford we have seen a dramatic upswing of kids walking through our doors with painful sores and welts from stings. Why? because bees, especially wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets are coming to an end of their life cycle and are fighting for survival. During this period, they become increasingly aggressive and in a stinging mood that can potentially threaten you and your family while you enjoy the last leg ...

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August is notorious for “Back-to-school” everything! Think you’ve got everything done on the list for your kid? Don’t forget to add “get their back to school  physical”, right at the top of your checklist! Why is it important to get your child a physical this year? Because schools are common breeding grounds for bacteria, infections and viruses like the Flu. Your child may need their required yearly vaccinations, blood work, or information on ...

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