Now more than ever, many Americans find themselves stuck behind a computer screen for the majority of the day. During the coronavirus pandemic, the number of Americans suffering from screen fatigue has skyrocketed. A survey showed that 53% of Americans feel burnt out on screens. It’s no wonder that they do since the average person spends a whopping 12 hours a day looking at a screen! It goes without saying that such an increase of time spent looking at screens would have some negative repercussions like decreased physical activity. Read on →

Due to COVID-19, many of us have been inside our homes this year much more than we might be used to. Because of this, the temptation to snack throughout the day is almost constant. Learning to brush off that temptation, however, and choose to eat healthier foods during meal-times will greatly benefit your body! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland explains why. What Does Eating Healthy Foods Actually Do For My Body? Read on →

We all know that we need to drink water, but it can be hard to get the right amount every day. With so many tasty foods and drinks out there, water can tend to seem like a boring option. So, what’s the best way to stay hydrated? Read on as AFC Urgent Care Cleveland provides some answers. How Much Water Should I Be Drinking? The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is about 15. Read on →

Can you remember when you last read a book? Leisure reading in America has steadily declined through the years due to an increased usage of technology. What we fail to remember, however, is that reading is great for us! Read on as AFC Urgent Care Cleveland explains why you should try picking up a book today. How Is Reading Good For Me? Reading a good book—fiction, nonfiction, whatever the genre may be—will set you on the path toward becoming a more well-rounded human being. Read on →

Yes, they really do. Getting used to wearing masks and even seeing them in public has been an adjustment for us all, but seeing that COVID-19 is here to stay for a while longer, it’s important that we know the roles and benefits that wearing masks play when you’re out and about. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland sheds some light on masks and their importance. Read on →

For as long as we can remember, people have longed for an easy way to shed those pesky pounds. Some people say claim that taking probiotics can help you lose weight, but is that really true? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland provides some helpful information on this growing trend. What Are Probiotics? In a nutshell, probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for you and especially good for your digestive system. Read on →

Whether you are normally a sound sleeper or sometimes have difficulty falling or staying asleep, if you’re struggling to sleep right now, you aren’t alone. While sleep difficulties are common at all times, they’ve become even more common as our country has navigated the COVID-19 pandemic. But you don’t have to keep experiencing restless nights. Let our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland offer some suggestions. What’s Disrupting My Sleep? Read on →

Kudos to you for recognizing that you should get a flu shot! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that nearly everyone age 6 months and older be vaccinated against the flu each year. While that’s important every year, it’s even more important than normal this year, when there’s potential for the flu season and COVID-19 pandemic to overlap. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland shares some insight. Read on →

With the threat of COVID-19 still looming large, American households are doing more cleaning and disinfecting than ever before. Some of us may be looking at warning labels with concern. We want to kill germs, but we want to keep ourselves, our families and our pets safe. That’s especially true when our families have allergies or chemical sensitivities. What are most effective disinfecting products out there? How can we use them safely? Read on →

There’s no doubt about it: School is going to look different this year. But it’s also quickly approaching! Your kids will be more likely to find success during the 2020–2021 school year if you take steps to set them up appropriately now. Part of that is in approaching the school year with a positive mindset. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Cleveland shares some insight. What Can I Do to Prepare My Kids? Read on →