by Rosie Slowik | Nov 17, 2020 | Health Care
Yes, they really do! Getting used to wearing masks and even seeing them in public has been an adjustment for us all, but COVID-19 is here to stay for the time being. Because of that, it’s important that we’re aware of the benefits of wearing masks in public. Read on... 
by Rosie Slowik | Nov 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Staying hydrated is hugely important for your body. When you aren’t drinking enough water, your body suffers in ways that you might not realize at first. Never fear, though, because making sure that you’re staying hydrated isn’t as hard as you might think! Read on as... 
by Rosie Slowik | Oct 15, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Everyone says we need it, but it can be hard to find the time to exercise when dealing with a busy schedule. If that’s not hard enough, a lot of gyms and workout centers remain closed due to the coronavirus. So is working out or exercising worth all the trouble? Yes,... 
by Rosie Slowik | Oct 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Most of us have heard the growing murmurs of probiotics and their “magical” powers. Some people have boasted that their new, consistent intake of probiotics has helped them shed those extra pesky pounds, but are they telling the truth? Read on as our team at AFC... 
by Rosie Slowik | Sep 15, 2020 | Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Every year, the CDC urges people to get their flu shot, and with concerns about COVID-19 persisting, this year is considered especially crucial. The more people that get the flu shot, the more effective it is—and the less likely we will have a bad flu outbreak on top... 
by Rosie Slowik | Sep 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Did you know? Up to 70% of Americans have trouble sleeping at least once a month. And one out of 10 of us experience insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) every night. That’s a lot of tossing and turning. What’s causing all that lost sleep, and how can we... 
by Rosie Slowik | Aug 15, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Did you know? For both men and women, lung cancer is the most deadly cancer. It kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer. Until recently, though, lung cancer deaths were difficult to prevent because doctors could only catch lung cancer far... 
by Rosie Slowik | Aug 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
No one is quite sure what school will look like this year, but the back-to-school season is quickly approaching. No matter what style of learning you choose for your child this fall, the time is now to prepare! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway... 
by Rosie Slowik | Jul 15, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
If you are an animal lover, having pets has likely always been a central part of your life—but if you have developed pet allergies, you may be struggling to cope when you bring a new furry friend home. Though many people assume that if they have allergies that means... 
by Rosie Slowik | Jul 1, 2020 | Health Care, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Mosquito bites are always a nuisance, but because children can be oblivious to them, they can often get eaten up while they are outside as they are busy playing. When they come indoors and the itchiness strikes, do not despair! There are some fantastic ways to relieve... 