What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers. What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...
Your mental health is a crucial part of your overall well-being. This is especially true in the winter months when our lifestyles change up and we spend more time indoors. While some of us get through the season by looking forward to summer, the winter season can cause the appearance of seasonal affective disorder for others. Mild periods of sadness throughout the year are common and usually nothing to be concerned about. However, if your ...
Influenza is certainly making itself comfortable across the nation this season. Because of the large number of flu cases this year, it is important to refresh your memory about the symptoms to be on the lookout for during the remainder of the winter months. In addition to getting your annual flu shot as soon as possible, we also encourage everyone in your family to practice proper hand hygiene and stay home when sick. Our AFC ...
Are you feeling under the weather? At this point during the season, it is not uncommon to experience an illness (or two) by now. Getting sick is never convenient, so when you do fall ill, it is important to know what you are suffering from so you can seek the proper treatment. Infections can be viral or bacterial, and each situation requires a different treatment plan. Check out AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne’s latest blog ...
With so many illnesses circulating about, chances are either you or someone in your household has been sick recently. While all these illnesses can produce different symptoms, one common symptom is a fever. Our bodies naturally experience fevers in order to fight against infection and are actually working to help you feel better! Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team explains the benefits of fevers below, so keep reading. How Does a Fever Help You Heal ...
Getting a flu shot at the start of every flu season is recommended for all eligible people 6 months and older. It can prevent you from getting sick altogether and it can keep you from getting seriously sick if you do end up coming down with influenza. We are so pleased to offer the flu vaccine to our community! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne can provide you with protection from the flu today ...
Chances are that you have probably had at least one headache in your lifetime. Headaches can be caused by so many different things that they are one of the most common ailments! In the majority of cases, headaches are caused by minor issues and can be remedied at home. However, in rare circumstances, headaches may indicate a serious medical condition that requires emergency assistance right away. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team ...
The weather is cooling down, the holidays are right around the corner, and cold and flu season is ramping up! Getting sick is never on anyone’s to-do list, but this time of year is the perfect environment for multiple illnesses to thrive. One illness that you need to watch out for in your home is respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. This virus has the potential to make your infant or small child really sick ...
Did you know that prescription antibiotics have been around for less than 100 years? Before that, developing a bacterial infection was incredibly deadly! A third of all deaths back then were attributed to complications due to an infection. We are so thankful for antibiotics. Nowadays, a quick prescription can have you feeling back to normal in no time. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne shares the details about antibiotics below. How ...
A vertigo attack can appear suddenly and be debilitating. It is much more than just a simple dizziness from time to time! Instead, vertigo makes your world spin around you and your entire surroundings can shift before your eyes and seemingly beneath your feet. While your environment is spinning, it can be hard to accomplish anything or simply move through your day. While vertigo can be a diagnosis, it is important to note that vertigo ...
Sciatica can be a debilitating condition that can limit your ability to function normally. The burning or shooting pain it causes can make it hard to walk or sit comfortably. The good news is that most cases of sciatica will resolve on their own in time, but you may just be uncomfortable until it goes away. Our staff at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne want you to feel better quickly and offers some helpful info on ...
Even though sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are not usually discussed between family and friends, they are actually relatively common. They affect about one in five people every year in America. If you begin to experience any unpleasant symptoms, you may be concerned that you have an STD. It is important to be tested as soon as you can in order to prevent spreading it to a new partner or developing a more serious problem ...
If you have seasonal allergies, you may dread the change in seasons. From the runny nose to the itchy eyes, your symptoms can be very uncomfortable! If you have allergies, you are also at risk of developing seasonal asthma as well. Allergies and seasonal asthma often go hand in hand because they share similar triggers. The change in temperature and release of pollen can produce the same reaction in your body. If you have allergies ...
When you come to AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne, our goal is to make your experience as streamlined and convenient as possible. Your medical needs are our top priority, and our goal is to serve each patient to the best of our abilities. We know that there are many choices out there when it comes to your urgent care needs. AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne stands out above the rest because of our attention to customer service ...
When you consider visiting an urgent care center, it’s not uncommon to have no idea what kind of care you will receive or staff you will encounter. With us, you don’t have to worry. Our AFC team is made up of long-tenured medical providers who are passionate about providing top-quality care to patients. Read on to learn more about our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team! Our staff turnover rate is low, and we ...
A stomach issue is always something that seems to pop up from time to time. Whether it’s a classic stomachache or even something more serious like mesenteric adenitis, it’s important to know what to do and how to identify what you or your children are experiencing. Mesenteric adenitis is a fairly common infection among children and teens, and our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team explains more about it below. Keep reading! What Is ...
Although the spring and summer seasons usually come with great weather, they also come with a higher chance of getting bitten or stung by a bug. While most bug bites and stings aren’t a cause for serious concern, they’re definitely painful and something no one wants to willingly experience. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team walks you through how to prevent and treat bug injuries below! What Should I Do ...
Kidney stones—yikes! When you hear about them from someone who has experienced them, they sound extremely unpleasant. They cause lots of pain and discomfort, and oftentimes it’s really a tough waiting game before they go away. Do you know much else about them, though, like how they’re caused or what they’re even made of? Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides some helpful info about kidney stones below, so keep reading ...
A lot of times, it’s tough to know what you’re getting in an urgent care center. Sometimes, the service is quick but the care is poor, or it’s the other way around. With us, though, you can count on quality care at an efficient pace and an affordable price. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team further explains what you can expect when you pay us a visit, so keep reading! Coming to ...
Kids will be kids. They run into things, fall down and are typically much more active than we adults are. Because of this, bruises tend to appear on their bodies quite often. Is their lack of awareness the only thing that contributes to more bruising, though, or can other factors be at play, too? Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team shares some helpful answers below, so keep reading! What Is a Bruise? A bruise happens ...
