You’ve probably been told from a young age that you need to eat your veggies. And you may have wondered just as long why you need to eat those vegetables. June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month, so we’re going to seize the opportunity at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego to share some insight about the importance of filling your plate with these healthy foods. Why Are Fruits and Veggies Good for You? Read on →

If you watch the news or read magazines, you’re probably familiar with the recommendation to exercise regularly. But what exactly does that mean? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wants to break it down for you, defining how much exercise is enough and offering suggestions on how to get it. Read on as we offer some insight. Why Is Exercise Important? Being physically active is important at every stage of our lives for many different reasons. Read on →

According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. During Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wants to share some ways to care for your skin, especially during the warmer months. Am I at Risk for Skin Cancer? Yes—every single person, of every single skin tone and ethnicity, is at risk of developing skin cancer. Read on →

Did you know? According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, around 23.6 million Americans were diagnosed with hay fever in the last year. And this number only seems to be rising. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wants you to enjoy a happy and healthy spring without letting seasonal allergies stand in your way. What Causes Spring Allergies? If you feel as though you conquer one allergy season only to have another begin, you would be right. Read on →

To say we are under some anxiety and stress right now is an understatement. We are all traveling through uncharted waters at this time—taking it day by day. While many things might be out of our control, the one thing in our control is how we are handling the stress of everything. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wants to share some ways you can manage stress and boost your immune system. Read on →

When it comes to taking care of our health, many of us know the importance of eating a healthy diet and exercising on a regular basis. However, did you know that practicing self-care can be just as important? It is, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wants to take a moment to help you understand the importance of practicing self-care and provide some tips on getting started. Read on →

Spring is just around the corner, as the first official day of spring is March 19. As this date approaches, we should soon be in the clear when it comes to catching the common cold—right? Wrong! Unfortunately, even during the spring season, you can still catch viruses like the common cold. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wants you to know the steps you can take to avoid catching a cold this season so that you can fully enjoy the new season. Read on →

Are you having trouble sleeping? It could actually be the foods you are consuming, especially later in the day, keeping you up all night! In recognition of both National Nutrition Month and National Sleep Awareness Week this March, our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wants to help you understand the impact food can have on your quality of sleep. Am I Getting Enough Sleep at Night? First things first, let’s nail down how much sleep you need. Read on →

There are times that your body just cannot keep up. You have been working hard. You have been running the kids from school to after-school activities. Then, all of a sudden, sickness strikes. But are you sick enough to take a “sick day” at work? It can be difficult to make yourself take time off, but there are times when it’s important for your health and the health of others. Read on →

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 795,000 people living in the United States experience a stroke every year. Are you at risk? Because the condition is so common, our team at AFC Urgent Care Lake Oswego wanted to let you know the symptoms of a stroke, as well as how you can help to prevent a stroke from happening to you or a loved one. Read on →