Recent Blog Posts

Do I Need to Get a Flu Shot This Year?

The CDC recommends that you get a flu shot every year, but this year, the pandemic makes getting one even more important! Getting your flu shot is an important step in being as vigilant as possible in order to avoid what doctors are referencing as a “twindemic” of the flu and COVID-19. If you have questions about whether to get a flu shot this year and how it can help, your AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne ...

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Does High Blood Pressure Cause Any Symptoms?

More than 100 million Americans have high blood pressure. But how would you know if you were experiencing elevated blood pressure? That’s a bit tricky, because high blood pressure is what’s known as a silent condition. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne wants to take a few minutes to talk through what high blood pressure is, how to keep tabs on your blood pressure and how to maintain a ...

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Recent Blogs

Are My “Allergies” Actually COVID?

If you’re dealing with congestion, a runny nose, or constant sneezing this season, it’s easy to assume allergies are to ...

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Bug Bite or Skin Infection? How to Tell What That Red Spot Really Is

Spending time outdoors around Ballantyne, whether you’re enjoying the greenways, working in the yard, or relaxing on the patio, often comes ...

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How to Avoid Sprains, Strains, and Pulled Muscles This Spring?

As the weather warms up, many Ballantyne residents head outside to tackle yard work: clearing leaves, planting flowers, and getting lawns back ...

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