Although Groundhog Day called for six more weeks of winter, it feels like spring has come early this year! And because of that, many of our old allergy issues are starting to resurface. The difference this year, however, is the presence of COVID-19. Can we be sure that what we’re experiencing is, indeed, allergy symptoms? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown provides some helpful info. Read on →

A sore throat can be cause for concern and sometimes can mean that you have strep throat; however, strep is more common among children than it is in adults. According to the CDC, up to three in 10 children with a sore throat have strep throat, which is more than adults as about one in 10 adults with a sore throat actually have strep. So, if you get a sore throat, does that mean you have strep throat? Read on →

It’s so important to take care of your heart! The heart is the control center of the body and directly influences every other body part. So, if you put your heart health on the backburner, your health will ultimately suffer. In the paragraphs below, our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown highlights how to keep your heart healthy this winter. Why Does My Heart Health Matter? Did you know? Heart disease is actually the No. Read on →

COVID-19 has claimed the lives of one in 1,000 Americans this past year. This is tragic news and further proof that this virus is no joke. If you contract the virus and you feel nervous about what might happen, you’re definitely not alone. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown shares some helpful information on what to expect if you fall ill. How Sick Will the Coronavirus Make Me? Read on →

When it gets cold outside, it can be quite tough to motivate yourself to exercise. It’s a whole lot easier to say, “maybe I’ll exercise tomorrow,” turn on your favorite Netflix show and pig out. While there’s nothing wrong with a little self-indulgence every now and then, too much of it isn’t good for your health. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown explains some easy ways to avoid those added pounds during the cold months below. Read on →

The winter is officially virus season, but this year’s virus season is perhaps more confusing than ever. Because of the increased presence of the flu and COVID-19, it can be quite difficult to know what you have become sick with if you do start to feel under the weather. Because flu and COVID-19 symptoms are so similar, how are we supposed to know which virus we have? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown provides some helpful answers. Read on →

Those Christmas and New Year’s Eve treats sure were tough to turn down! If you have been generally striving to maintain healthy habits, the holidays can feel like quite the obstacle. Giving yourself a little grace might be just what you need, though. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown explains why and provides some additional tips on how to return to your top-notch health form. Read on →

Decorating for the holidays can be a magical part of the season, but it’s not uncommon for decorating to also cause stress and anxiety! This year, the last thing you need is to add more stress to an already uncertain and overwhelming time. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown is here to help you navigate this holiday season while also staying healthy. Read on as we explore a healthier way to decorate this year. Read on →

Quiet mornings are nice, but many of us don’t experience them very often because we sleep in until the last possible minute. With adequate sleep and time to rest being so hard to come by these days, why would we want to wake up early? Well, experts say that morning people actually tend to be healthier and more productive individuals. AFC Urgent Care Midtown supports those experts’ claims, and we further explain why it’s beneficial to be a morning person below. Read on →

Did you know? Your body is composed of about 60% water! Because your body consists of mostly liquids, it’s important to stay hydrated to replenish your fluids and keep your body fresh. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Midtown explains the importance of proper hydration. What Does Drinking Water Do for My Body? Whether you realize it or not, your body loses fluids throughout the day. When you sweat, breathe and use the bathroom, important fluids are lost from your body and must be replenished. Read on →