Recent Blog Posts

Do Viruses Always Get Worse in the Winter?

It sure seems like it! While there isn’t tons of conclusive evidence that explain why viruses tend to affect more people during the winter months, what we do know is that this idea is certainly more accurate than not. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides further explanation on viruses and how they are affected by winter temperature below, so keep reading! Why Do Viruses Get Worse in the Winter? Temperature, among other factors ...

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Should I Be Concerned If My Child Gets Croup?

Croup is a common respiratory infection among children. It most often occurs in children between the ages of 3 months and 5 years old, and it will likely clear up within a week. Although serious croup complications are rare, croup is not something to take lightly. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides more info on this respiratory infection below, so keep reading! What Is Croup? Croup is a condition that irritates and causes swelling ...

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Recent Blogs

When Should You Seek Medical Care for a Fireworks Injury?

Fireworks are a favorite part of summer celebrations, but they can also lead to unexpected injuries. Whether you’re attending a neighborhood ...

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What’s the Difference Between Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke?

When summer heat hits in Ballantyne, whether you’re out hiking Ballantyne Greenway or walking around Ballantyne Village, it’s important to ...

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When Should I Seek Treatment for a Poison Ivy Rash?

With miles of greenways and wooded paths woven throughout Ballantyne, from the Lower McAlpine Creek Greenway to the Four Mile Creek trails ...

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