Recent Blog Posts

Will Untreated Strep Throat Cause Health Problems?

Did you know? There are between 11,000 and 13,000 strep throat cases in the U.S. every year. Thankfully, though, strep throat is highly treatable and typically isn’t a huge cause for concern. Even though it’s treatable, if strep throat is left untreated, it can cause potentially serious complications. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides some further information on strep throat and what can happen if it is left untreated ...

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How Serious Is a Flu Fever?

The flu is certainly not fun to experience. You will almost certainly feel terrible, tired and achey. Plus, you will most likely have a fever if you do get sick with the flu. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team goes on to highlight the severity of flu symptoms below, so keep reading! What Is the Flu? The flu is caused by the influenza virus, which attacks your respiratory system, including the lungs, nose and throat ...

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Recent Blogs

When Does My Child Need Stitches for a Playground Cut?

From climbing structures to running across the playground, kids are always on the move and sometimes that means bumps, scrapes, and cuts ...

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Can’t Breathe This Spring? How to Tell if It’s Allergies or a Sinus Infection

When spring arrives, so do blooming trees, longer days, and for many people, relentless congestion. If you’re dealing with sinus pressure ...

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How Long Am I Contagious If I Have the Flu?

If you’ve come down with the flu, one of the first questions that usually comes up is, “How long am I ...

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