When you think of summer, you may also think of outdoor picnics or barbecues with family and friends on warm weekends. Growing up, you never really think of the harmful effects that can come with food safety. This summer, make food safety your priority when it comes to all of these gatherings. Keep your friends […]
A bee sting can be unpleasant, and in many instances, the sting will leave you with pain and swelling at the site that goes away in a few hours. For others, a bee sting triggers an allergic reaction that can be serious or, worse, life-threatening. If you’ve never been stung by a bee before, you […]
The definitive cause of migraines remains a mystery, but in general, scientists believe that activities in the brain could play a role. Specifically, temporary, abnormal changes in brain activity linked to chemicals, nerve signals, and blood vessels are attributed to causing migraines. What is it that causes the change in brain activity? That, too, is […]
When you think of winter, you may think of the flu, but what do you think of when it comes to summer? From fractured bones to backyard barbecues, AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale is there when you need it. Continue reading to learn about the common urgent care center visits throughout the summers, and visit us today if […]
Heat rash usually is not very serious and does not cause negatively impact a person’s health. In some extreme cases, medical attention may be required. Heat rash occurs when pores are blocked, and sweat becomes trapped under the skin. That is why it’s so common when the weather is hot and humid. AFC Urgent Care […]
When you wake up with those all too familiar feelings of a cold, it’s inconvenient, to say the least. It’s hard to feel like yourself when you’re battling a slew of uncomfortable symptoms, but is it really even a cold? Colds and allergies have a lot in common, and it can be hard to decipher […]
Discussing sexually transmitted diseases with friends, family, and even strangers can be embarrassing and even awkward. Although these should not be so, discussion on sexual diseases is being avoided by adults and adolescents. Everyone turns a blind eye when it pertains to sexual diseases.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are used to refer to diseases that are […]
Vaccinations have been a very controversial topic, yet their importance cannot be denied. It is an integral part of the family and public health. Vaccines end the spread of contagious and dangerous diseases such as measles, polio, mumps, chickenpox, whooping cough, diphtheria, and HPV.
The importance of vaccines was first noticeable in the outbreak of smallpox […]
In the most common cases of gastroenteritis, there is no specific treatment. The best form is to stay as hydrated as possible to speed up the recovery and avoid dehydration. In more particular cases, some antibiotics or antidiarrheal medications can be prescribed. If you are suffering from gastroenteritis, call or visit AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale. […]
How often do you hear that exercise is good for your body? Exercise can do your body a world of good, and it helps your internal organs as well. You may not think of exercise as providing any benefits to your kidneys, but it can strengthen those important organs and improve your overall health in […]