by Social Joey | Sep 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Is the Flu Shot Actually Effective? Yes! While there is no foolproof way to prevent the flu, the flu shot is your best defense against getting the flu. Each year, the flu shot is reformulated to protect against the strains of the flu thought to be most common in that...
by Social Joey | Aug 15, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Foods Are Good for My Heart? You’ve probably heard you need to avoid fatty foods. That’s partly true. To lower your blood cholesterol, avoid foods containing “bad” fats and focus on robust main courses including lentils, nuts and fatty fish. Eat whole-grain...
by Social Joey | Aug 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Can I Do to Improve My Health? Every person’s health goals will be different and unique. As an individual, you have distinct health needs and places your health can improve. But there are a basic set of healthy habits outlined by experts that can help you take...
by Social Joey | Jul 15, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Exactly Is a Sunburn? A sunburn occurs when your skin absorbs the UV rays that the sun puts off as it shines. The strengths of the sun’s UV rays vary based on how close a person is to the equator and the time of day, but any time you are exposed to the sun, these...
by Social Joey | Jul 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Is Heat Illness? Heat illnesses, which is a term that refers to heat exhaustion and heatstroke collectively, are extremely common during the summer months, especially in children. As children play outside or participate in sports, they may not be paying attention...
by Social Joey | Jun 15, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Is My Family at Risk of COVID-19? Everyone is at risk of developing the virus, but certain people are at a higher risk than others. That includes adults age 65 and older, along with anyone who is immune-compromised in any way. While the numbers are slowing, as of June...
by Social Joey | Jun 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Is Cholesterol? Before we talk about high cholesterol and its impact on your body, let’s first talk about what cholesterol is in the first place. Cholesterol is a waxy substance found within the cells of the body. Believe it or not, cholesterol isn’t a bad thing....
by Social Joey | May 15, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
How Do I Know If I Have High Blood Pressure? First, let’s define blood pressure. It’s the pressure of blood moving against the arteries in your body. When your blood pressure is high, it means blood is hitting those artery walls forcefully, which can damage them. In...
by Social Joey | May 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
How Does Stress Affect Your Immune System? Your stress level can have a direct correlation on your immune system, actually. When you are stressed, your body releases certain hormones, including corticosteroid, which can diminish your immune system, making it less...
by Social Joey | Apr 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
How Do I Use AFC TeleCare Services? You can book your telemedicine appointment via our website. From there, you will be directed to fill out a form with necessary information, as well as be able to schedule a time for your virtual visit. Once the information has been...
