Count Zzzzs, Not Sheep

Count Zzzzs, Not Sheep

Sleep Tight A bad mood and a rough start to your day aren’t the only things caused by a poor night’s sleep. Did you know that sleep problems can lead to an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke, among other health conditions? Improve your...
A New Year to Get Healthy

A New Year to Get Healthy

“This year is the year I’m going to get healthy!”? We know: A lot. But 2017 IS actually going to be the year that you get your health on the right track, because you will do it with our help. To Good Health First things first, it’s time to get serious about your...
Put a Stop to Your Cough

Put a Stop to Your Cough

Goodbye, Cough At the first sign of a cough, start managing the symptom with these at-home treatments. As in all times of sickness, be sure to stay hydrated! Water should be your first choice when choosing what beverage to drink in order to stay hydrated. However, if...
Holiday Health

Holiday Health

1) Active Traditions Want to start a new tradition for your family? Consider taking part in an active tradition, such as the community 5K or a Thanksgiving game of football. Incorporating an active element in your traditions not only keeps you physical active, but it...
V Is For Vaccination

V Is For Vaccination

1) You Can Catch the Flu From the Vaccination The flu vaccination is actually created from an inactive virus that simply cannot transmit infection. It takes a week or two for the flu shot to begin working, so people often mistakenly assume that a flu caught in the...
Why Urgent Care Is a Great Solution

Why Urgent Care Is a Great Solution

1) Short Lines With AFC Urgent Care / Family Care, you can get in and out of an appointment with a real physician in no time at all. Not only are our lines typically shorter than that of an ER, but the care remains at the highest level. 2) Beautiful Facilities With...
Myth vs. Fact: Health Version

Myth vs. Fact: Health Version

1) The Weather Impacts Your Cold Because we call the common cold by the same name as a temperature description, it’s widely believed that the two have an unavoidable correlation. In fact, this simply is not true, as you’re more likely to catch a cold indoors anyway....
What to Consider Before Choosing Football

What to Consider Before Choosing Football

1) Wear and tear Even if no major injuries occur, regular football participation often goes beyond the scope of a normal exercise regimen. If your child is planning on playing, step in and ensure that he’s properly rested, hydrated and looked after during practices....
Why Get a Workout Buddy?

Why Get a Workout Buddy?

1) Motivation Although walking can be a very relaxing solo adventure, it also offers time to bond with those around you and build truer, deeper relationships. Use this time walking to get to know someone you’ve been hoping to befriend, and use this friendship to...