Recent Blog Posts

What Should I Know About Mononucleosis?

You might not have heard of mononucleosis before, but it’s highly likely that you’re well aware of its more common abbreviation, “mono.” Mono is very common, and it’s especially common among teenagers and young adults. Children and older adults can get it, too, though. Read on to learn more about this common virus from our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team! What Is Mono? Mononucleosis is a contagious illness that can be caused ...

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Why Do Omicron Breakthrough Cases Happen?

During the recent surge of the omicron variant, breakthrough COVID-19 infections have become much more common. The reason for this is that, due to its unique mutations, the omicron variant is far more transmissible than prior types of the COVID-19 virus. As a result, it becomes more capable of evading the passive immunity conferred by immunizations. Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team provides more info about COVID-19 and the omicron variant below, so keep reading ...

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Recent Blogs

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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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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