On busy days, exercise may be the last thing that’s on your mind. And let’s face it, even when you aren’t super busy, you may not want to carve out time for exercise. But it’s important to do! Physical activity offers your health many benefits, and you don’t even need a ton of it to make a difference. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter shares some insight. Read on →

Effective June 26, people in Washington are required to wear a face covering when out in public. But why, you might wonder? The truth is, face coverings are one of our best defenses against the spread of COVID-19 until a vaccine is produced and distributed. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter wants to take a few minutes to talk through why they’re important and other ways you can protect yourself and others. Read on →

For many people, osteoarthritis becomes an unfortunate fact of life as they age. Dealing with osteoarthritis can be uncomfortable at best, but can lead to loss of mobility, intense pain and swelling that makes daily tasks seem impossible. While there are many anti-inflammatory drugs available over the counter that can lessen the symptoms of osteoarthritis in the joints, scientists are learning that these are no longer the only options when it comes to ensuring you are managing your osteoarthritis as effectively as possible. Read on →

The sun is a beautiful thing—giving off light in our days and warming up the temperature. It beckons us outside, too! But before you head outside to enjoy the warmth of the sun, it’s important to make sure you’re doing everything you can to protect your skin. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter has some tips on how you can do just that this summer and beyond. Why Do I Need to Protect My Skin? Read on →

Did you know? More than 103 million Americans have high blood pressure—that’s almost half of all adults in the United States. But as common as the condition is, people often have questions about it. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter wants to shed some light on what high blood pressure is and what you can do to prevent it. How Does Blood Pressure Work? To understand what high blood pressure is, you first need to have a good understanding of what blood pressure is. Read on →

May is Arthritis Awareness Month! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter wants to share some insight about what you can to to help find relief from arthritis if you are one of the millions of Americans living with this common medical condition. What Are the 2 Main Types of Arthritis? While there are around 100 different types of arthritis, the two main types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Read on →

Did you know that stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States? During American Stroke Awareness Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter wants you to know what steps you can take to reduce your risk of stroke during your lifetime. Read on as we offer some insight. Am I at Risk for Stroke? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke each year. Read on →

April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month, and the irony of this month being recognized as our country is social distancing is not lost on us. If there was ever a time when we needed to collectively learn about managing stress in a healthy way, the time is now! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter wants to help you recognize the signs of stress, as well as how you can manage your stress levels effectively. Read on →

Did you know that Americans experience around 8.1 million urinary tract infections each year? Therefore, if you get a UTI, you are far from alone. While most urinary tract infections occur in women, men can also be diagnosed with the bacterial infection. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter wants you to know how to recognize the signs of a UTI, as well as what treatment options are available to help you clear up your infection ASAP! Read on →

Did you know that March is recognized as National Nutrition Month? This awareness month shines a light on what we eat—and whether our eating habits could use a boost. Because nutrition plays a key role in ensuring we remain in optimal health, our team at AFC Urgent Care Southcenter wants to offer some tips on healthy eating. Read on as we take a look. How Does My Diet Affect My Health? Read on →