You were all set for a fun afternoon, maybe heading to the library or grabbing a treat after school, but then your child started to sniffle or complain of feeling achy. Plans changed quickly, and now you are off to the clinic instead. For little ones, that kind of surprise can feel like a big deal, especially if they are unsure of what to expect. If your child is feeling a little anxious about seeing ...
Ever driven past a busy Starbucks and decided to skip it? We all have! Long waits can turn people away from just about anything, including urgent care. Waiting isn’t always fun, but AFC Urgent Care Chapman Hwy is focused on giving every patient the quality care they deserve. Your health is a priority, and the expert medical attention you’ll receive is well worth a little extra time. The good news? AFC Urgent Care ...
Let’s say you’re enjoying your usual booth at Waffle House when a conversation next to you catches your attention. Someone mentions that they recently heard there’s a difference between an “STI” and an “STD.” It’s a small moment, but it’s a good question. Is one more correct than the other? And does the word we use really make a difference? If you’re wondering whether it’s “STI” or “STD ...
What Is My Sore Throat a Sign Of? A sore throat is a common symptom for many different medical conditions, including a cold, the flu and even seasonal allergies. So, how can you tell if your sore throat is actually strep? If you have strep throat, you will likely experience a number of other symptoms along with a sore throat. And those symptoms will likely stick around for longer, making it important to seek medical ...
Did you know that most of us experience one to two colds a year? If you have yet to experience a cold so far this year, you might want to take extra precautions to protect yourself from catching the common cold. Our team at AFC Urgent Care of Chapman Highway want to give you helpful information on how you can both prevent and treat a common cold so that you can get back to living ...
The moment your throat starts hurting, you might instantly think you have strep throat. Although there are more than 3 million cases of strep throat each year among Americans, strep throat isn’t the only cause of a sore throat. Our team at AFC Urgent Care of Chapman Highway wants to share some insight about strep throat and other common causes of a sore throat, so you can get back to feeling your best. What ...
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 50 million people experience allergies every year, making them the sixth leading cause of chronic illness among Americans. Knoxville, which often has one of the highest pollen counts in the country, is no exception! Our team at AFC Urgent Care of Chapman Highway wants to offer some tips on how you can tackle allergies this year. Am I Suffering From Allergies or a Cold ...
Have you ever been around someone who started coughing and thought, “Please don’t cough on me?” We’ve all been there! In today’s world, we’re surrounded by a lot of illnesses, germs and bacteria, and the Fountain City area of Knoxville is no exception. So it’s natural to wonder whether a cough pointed toward you could possibly make you sick. Here are a few things to consider if that cough comes ...
Let’s say you’re enjoying your usual booth at Waffle House when a conversation next to you catches your attention. Someone mentions that they recently heard there’s a difference between an “STI” and an “STD.” It’s a small moment, but it’s a good question. Is one more correct than the other? And does the word we use really make a difference? If you’re wondering whether it’s “STI” or “STD ...