Now that we are spending more time at home, it provides a good opportunity to establish a strong self-care routine. Wondering what self-care really even is? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to know the importance of self-care and how it can benefit your life. Read on as we offer some insight. What’s the Benefit of Self-Care? Self-care is often categorized as selfish. However, this is not the case. Read on →

As many girls begin to get their first period around the age of 12, we are quick to just assume that painful periods are going to be a part of our monthly life for years. However, while your menstrual cycle does come with its share of challenges, including cramps, there is a point where painful periods are something more than normal. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to learn about the condition that affects about one in every 10 women who are within their reproductive years—endometriosis. Read on →

The National Kidney Foundation states that there are more than 37 million people living in the United States with chronic kidney disease. During National Kidney Month this March, our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to know more about the two main causes of kidney failure, as well as what steps you can take to help reduce your risk. What Causes Kidney Failure? The National Kidney Foundation states there are two main causes of kidney failure—diabetes and high blood pressure. Read on →

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 100 million Americans are living with either diabetes or prediabetes. Your diet is one key aspect of managing—and preventing in some cases—this condition. During National Nutrition Month this March, our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to understand the important role that healthy eating plays when it comes to diabetes. Read on as we take a look. Read on →

High blood pressure is a common problem among people living in the United States. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that more than 75 million Americans have high blood pressure. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to know the steps you can take to lower your blood pressure if you are one of the many Americans who experience high blood pressure. Read on as we share some insight. Read on →

Did you know? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 647,000 people living in the United States pass away from heart disease every year. This number equals out to one in every four deaths happening among Americans. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown want you to know how you can improve your heart health during American Heart Month this February. Read on as we offer some insight. Read on →

When it comes to making your resolution list for the year, there are a number of things you want to consider. However, our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to consider making a few resolutions for 2020 that will be beneficial to your health—such as getting a good night’s sleep and getting enough exercise on a daily basis! What Can Happen If You Do Not Get Enough Sleep? Read on →

Pneumonia affects millions of Americans in a given year, with some 1 million Americans seeking care in a hospital for pneumonia symptoms. But how much do you really know about the condition? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants to offer you some details about the condition, including how it is diagnosed and treated. Read on as we take a look. How Is Pneumonia Diagnosed? If you think you may have pneumonia, seek medical attention. Read on →

Anxiety, depression, lack of concentration—do any or all of these symptoms sound familiar? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to know that it might be more than just a bad day. Instead, it could be the beginning signs of seasonal affective disorder. How Many People Are Affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder? Did you know? As many as 6% of people living in the United States experience depression during the winter season, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. Read on →

The flu isn’t the only disease spreading this season. Strep throat is also in the air. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Levittown wants you to know how you can recognize the symptoms of strep throat, as well as treat your condition so you can get back to enjoying the holiday season with family and friends! What Is Strep Throat? Strep throat is a bacterial infection of the throat caused by group A streptococcus. Read on →