Every year, the CDC urges people to get their flu shot, and with concerns about COVID-19 persisting, this year is considered especially crucial. The more people that get the flu shot, the more effective it is—and the less likely we will have a bad flu outbreak on top of the coronavirus pandemic. To help you learn more about the benefits of getting your flu shot and how it can help everyone in your community ...
Did you know? Up to 70% of Americans have trouble sleeping at least once a month. And one out of 10 of us experience insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep) every night. That’s a lot of tossing and turning. What’s causing all that lost sleep, and how can we find the rest we want and need? While sleep problems are common, they don’t have to be. Our team at AFC Urgent Care ...
Did you know? For both men and women, lung cancer is the most deadly cancer. It kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer. Until recently, though, lung cancer deaths were difficult to prevent because doctors could only catch lung cancer far along in the disease process. By that time, the cancer was too late to treat effectively. Now, however, a low-dose CT screening can identify lung nodules early, while they ...
No one is quite sure what school will look like this year, but the back-to-school season is quickly approaching. No matter what style of learning you choose for your child this fall, the time is now to prepare! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway offers some tips for preparing your kids for school. How Can I Set My Child Up for Success This School Year? There’s a lot of ...
If you are an animal lover, having pets has likely always been a central part of your life—but if you have developed pet allergies, you may be struggling to cope when you bring a new furry friend home. Though many people assume that if they have allergies that means they will never be able to coexist with pets, we are happy to report that is not the case. To help you better understand pet ...
Mosquito bites are always a nuisance, but because children can be oblivious to them, they can often get eaten up while they are outside as they are busy playing. When they come indoors and the itchiness strikes, do not despair! There are some fantastic ways to relieve their discomfort, but you should also be aware of the warning signs that there is something more serious occurring. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway ...
Everywhere you turn these days, you’ll likely hear something about COVID-19. And with good reason. As of June 1, more than 1.5 million Americans had been diagnosed with the virus, including more than 24,000 Tennesseans. What should you know about COVID-19 and how to protect your family? We know it’s a common question, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway is taking some time to share the ...
This is a question on the minds of many of us these last few months. While we’ve been staying at home and social distancing, we’ve also been wondering whether we should be doing more to protect our health and that of our families. That’s why in today’s blog, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants to talk you through a few illness prevention basics that can help. Read on ...
We have all been dealing with a lot lately, which is certainly taking a toll on our mental health. During Mental Health Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to know that even in the midst of social distancing, it is still important to do things that can help to promote your mental health. We have some tips on how to do just that. How Does Exercise Help With Mental Health ...
As if we do not already have enough going on, we are also having to fight off seasonal allergies. However, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway doesn’t want that to keep you from going outside, especially with us in the midst of social distancing. Being able to be outside is what is helping most of us to keep our sanity! Let’s take a look at ways you can recognize seasonal allergies ...
In these times of uncertainty, you need to know that our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway is still here to help you with your medical needs! We are now offering AFC TeleCare services to provide you with the medical attention you need from the comfort of your own home. What’s the Benefit of Telemedicine? With a stay at home order in place for everyone but essential workers, it is important for us ...
If life has taught us anything lately, it has certainly been that it can change in an instant. And as with any type of change, worry and stress can arise. However, it is important to make sure you don’t let the stress affect you to the point where it takes a toll on your overall health. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to learn how you can take better care ...
Let’s face it—on busy days, when you’re running from one activity to the next, running through the drive-thru can seem like a tempting option. However, all that fast food is going to end up doing you more harm than good. During National Nutrition Month this March, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to understand the importance of eating healthy. Read on as we offer some insight. What Happens ...
Did you know? One in every five people living in the United States develop some type of allergy. When we think of allergies, seasonal allergies and food allergies often come to mind, but they aren't the only allergies people experience. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants to share some insight into two other types of allergies. How Do You Know If You Are Allergic to Pet Dander? When a furry animal ...
We all have those days where we are just worn out. Maybe we didn't sleep well the night before, or we had a stressful day. Life happens, and tired days come and go. However, when fatigue starts to interfere with your quality of life, you need to seek medical attention, as it might be due to an underlying medical condition. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to gain a better ...
February may be known as the month of love, but it’s also American Heart Month. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants to suggest combining the two—love yourself by loving and caring for your heart! Read on as we take a look at steps you can take to improve your heart health. Is Sitting Too Much Putting My Heart at Risk? For the majority of us, our days are filled with ...
Did you know? More than half a million Americans experience seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, during the winter months. Another 10 to 20% of people living in the United States might experience a milder form of SAD. If you’re dealing with something this winter that feels like more than just the blues, you are not alone. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants to share some insight about SAD and ...
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. The Glaucoma Research Foundation states that more than 3 million Americans have glaucoma. But while the condition is relatively common, it's also not well known. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to know what happens when glaucoma arises, as well as what steps you can take to slow down the progression of the eye disease. What Does Glaucoma Do to Your Optic Nerve? Glaucoma ...
You might be checking your list twice this time of year, but one thing is for sure not on the list—an ear infection! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to know how you can treat an ear infection as soon as symptoms arise so that it doesn’t ruin your holiday plans. What Are Some of the Causes of Ear Pain? Ear pain can be from an ear infection, or ...
Are you doing your best to combat the flu? Make sure you are also taking action against strep throat, too! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to know how you can identify strep throat symptoms as soon as possible so that you can get back to enjoying the holiday season! Is It a Sore Throat or Strep Throat? A sore throat can be associated with many different medical conditions, like the ...
