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Should I Try Intermittent Fasting?

Should I Try Intermittent Fasting?

by Social Joey | Sep 15, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

Did you know? As research repeatedly shows that many people who diet regain the weight they lose, a new eating trend has come into fashion: intermittent fasting. In intermittent fasting, instead of counting calories or nutrients, you simply block out some hours or...
Why Do I Need a Flu Shot Every Year?

Why Do I Need a Flu Shot Every Year?

by Social Joey | Sep 1, 2020 | Family Health, Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

It may be hard to believe it as summer winds its way down, but the start of flu season will be here before you know it. To avoid that pesky—and potentially dangerous—seasonal illness, a flu shot is your best defense. But why do you need one each year? Our team at AFC...
Can Stress Cause Adverse Health Effects?

Can Stress Cause Adverse Health Effects?

by Social Joey | Jul 15, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

How Does Stress Impact My Life? When your brain signals for your body to begin releasing stress hormones, they spread throughout every part of you and can wreak havoc on your systems. The longer and more frequently you experience stress, the worse these adverse...
How Can I Prevent Poison Ivy Rashes?

How Can I Prevent Poison Ivy Rashes?

by Social Joey | Jul 1, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

What Are Ways to Prevent Poison Ivy Rashes? The most common saying in regards to poison ivy is, “leaves of three, let them be,” and this is still great advice. Both poison ivy and poison oak have leaves that grow in triplets that you can learn to identify and then...
What Symptoms of COVID-19 Should I Know?

What Symptoms of COVID-19 Should I Know?

by Social Joey | Jun 15, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

How Is COVID-19 Spread? COVID-19 is a new type of the coronavirus, a type of viruses that affect the nose, sinuses and upper respiratory system. You may be familiar with another type of the coronavirus—the common cold. This virus, COVID-19 is much more virulent than...
How Can I Keep My Immune System Strong?

How Can I Keep My Immune System Strong?

by Social Joey | Jun 1, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

What Exactly Does the Immune System Do? Think of your immune system as your body’s defense mechanism. It is a complex system of organs, cells and other parts of the body that work together to fend off bacteria and viruses. When it’s functioning optimally, your immune...
How Can I Lower My Blood Pressure?

How Can I Lower My Blood Pressure?

by Social Joey | May 15, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

What Can Cause High Blood Pressure? The American Heart Association states that there are approximately 100 million people living in the United States with high blood pressure. There are a number of reasons why you might be experiencing high blood pressure, such as...
How Can I Get Vitamin D While Avoiding Seasonal Allergies?

How Can I Get Vitamin D While Avoiding Seasonal Allergies?

by Social Joey | May 1, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

Why Is Vitamin D So Important? Vitamin D is essential because our bodies need it to properly absorb calcium, which is imperative for bone growth and strength. Beyond that, though, this essential vitamin is also beneficial in other ways. It can help you maintain a...
Can I Benefit From Telemedicine?

Can I Benefit From Telemedicine?

by Social Joey | Apr 15, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

How Does Telemedicine Work? Telemedicine allows for physicians and patients to talk via a video connection in real-time. If you are experiencing a non-emergency medical condition, visit our website and schedule a virtual visit. At the appointed time, you will video...
What Are the Benefits of Following a Healthy Diet?

What Are the Benefits of Following a Healthy Diet?

by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2020 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic

How Does Eating Unhealthy Take a Toll on Our Health? While you might not think that eating unhealthy does much to your overall health, it can actually take a toll, particularly over time. For instance, when you make unhealthy food choices, you can become more tired,...
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