Falls happen too often among older adults. More than one in four elderly people will fall at home, and many of these falls result in painful, life-altering injuries. If you are 65 or older, or you have parents who live at home, it’s important to know how you can prevent in-home falls. Our AFC Urgent Care NC team provides some helpful fall prevention tips below, so keep reading! Here’s what to do: Remove ...
The potential for COVID-19 and the flu combining to cause a “twindemic” this year are much higher than they were last year, due to no more required social distancing and fewer mask mandates. If you start to feel under the weather this winter, it can be difficult to know what you’re coming down with. Our AFC Urgent Care NC team is here to help you know how to decipher between COVID-19 and the flu ...
Nausea is one of the most unpleasant feelings out there, and some people are more prone to feeling it than others. Even though the feeling of nausea is pretty miserable, it’s also extremely treatable. There are lots of things you can do at home to get your stomach feeling back to normal, and our AFC Urgent Care NC team lists them below. Read on! Here’s what to do: Avoid lying down. When the ...
Most bouts of bronchitis are caused by a virus, and the past year and a half has basically been one long virus season. Like other viruses, COVID-19 can cause bronchitis, and if you have chronic bronchitis or other underlying health problems, you’re more likely to become severely ill if you catch the coronavirus. So, how worried should you be about getting bronchitis this year? Our AFC Urgent Care NC team answers that question and ...
For those who have gout, you’re well aware of how painful this condition can be. In fact, did you know that the condition now affects about 8.3 million Americans or 4% of the population? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care NC provides some further information about gout and what you can do to avoid future flare-ups. What gout is: Gout is a painful form of arthritis. When your body has ...
Getting bitten by an animal can happen to anyone, and it’s even more common during the summer months. Whether you’ve been bitten recently or not, it’s important to know what to do if your cat, dog or some other type of animal gets agitated and decides to take it out on your skin. Our AFC Urgent Care NC team explains what to do if you’ve been bitten by an animal below ...
As the weather starts to warm up and temperatures climb, the likelihood of getting a heat rash becomes greater and greater. We all know that heat rash is a thing, but it’s possible that not too many of us have ever actually experienced one. So, how does heat rash even happen? Our AFC Urgent Care NC team has some answers. What Causes a Heat Rash? With many children heading off to local summer and ...
We understand that not all injuries or conditions require X-ray exams, but it’s definitely better safe than sorry—especially when you’re experiencing pain. Our AFC Urgent Care NC team provides further info on X-rays below, so read on! What Is an X-ray? An X-ray is a type of electromagnetic radiation that passes through the body to aid in diagnosing internal health complications. When X-rays pass through the part of your body under examination ...
It’s no secret that ear infections among children and toddlers are very common, but that doesn’t make them any easier to deal with as a parent. Ear infections are very painful for kids, but they’re also very treatable. Do you have to go to the doctor to help your little one’s ear feel better, though? In some instances, yes, and in some, no. Our AFC Urgent Care TN team further explains ...
Strep throat is a very common infection in America, affecting between 11,000 and 24,000 people every year. While it is more common among children and adolescents, adults aren’t immune from this treatable infection! In fact, if you do get strep throat, it’s important to visit your doctor soon to avoid other health complications. Our team at AFC Urgent Care NC provides more helpful information on this common infection below, so read ...
Bladder infections are the most common form of UTI (urinary tract infection). They are very painful to experience and can also have serious repercussions if not diagnosed and treated correctly. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care NC walks you through what to do if you believe you have a bladder infection. Here’s what to do: Monitor your symptoms. If you experience things like painful urination, cloudy urine, a constant urge to ...
COVID-19 and the flu are very similar viruses, yet they are completely different. With all the talk of a “twindemic” this winter, it’s important to know what separates the flu from the coronavirus. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care NC highlights the key differences between the two viruses and how you can know which one you have if you fall under the weather this winter. What Is the Flu? The flu ...
It’s rare, but it’s possible. Even though none of the reported cases of COVID-19 among animals have resulted in death, it’s still important to be careful around your fur-baby if you get sick with the coronavirus. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care NC provides some helpful information on the pandemic and pets. How Common Is COVID-19 Among Animals? Not very common. There were reported instances at the beginning of ...
Have annoying pimples been popping up around your nose and mouth lately? If your answer is yes, you’re not alone. With the many of us wearing masks throughout our day, mask-related acne, or “maskne,” has become something many of us have had to deal with. Our team at AFC Urgent Care NC knows how annoying it can be, and we offer some helpful information on it below. Why Do I Have Maskne? Constantly breathing ...
Studies show that getting outdoors can actually help you feel healthier! Vitamin D is readily available while hiking and it is necessary for building and maintaining healthy bones. Hiking is an activity that is possible while maintaining social distancing and is a great way to get some exercise without going to the gym! (And honestly, there’s really nothing more beautiful than a hike through our mountains as the leaves change.) Read on as our ...
We’re already somewhere between “worried about” and “fed up with” COVID-19. Yet here’s flu season, just around the corner. Is anyone actually worrying about the flu in 2020? The answer is yes. COVID-19 is still raging, and the flu also has the potential to cause overcrowding in emergency departments as people try to sort out flu symptoms from COVID symptoms. So, we’ve established that we’ll soon be looking not one but ...
Drinking ample amounts of water is one of the best things you can do for your health in every regard. Being hydrated helps your heart pump blood, helps your joints move well, allows your organs to do their job and assists your muscles as they work. Not only does drinking water have all these benefits, but it will also help you think more clearly, avoid unnecessary snacking and prevent dehydration—all great things! But how ...
If you will be spending time outdoors this summer, it is important that you practice good sun safety habits in order to protect your skin from harm. Regular sun exposure, even without getting a sunburn, can increase your risk of developing skin cancer later on in life—but fortunately, you can prevent this by avoiding direct sunlight and wearing sunscreen when you go outdoors. To help you determine how to be as sun-safe as possible ...
At best, getting a rash due to exposure to poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac is a nuisance, and at worse, it can be a serious condition that requires medical treatment. When you come into contact with one of these plants, the oils from their leaves can penetrate the skin, and if you are in the 85% of the population that is allergic, you will generally develop an itchy, irritating rash. While you can ...
We’ve been hearing about COVID-19 for months now, seemingly everywhere we turn. But many of us still don’t have a good understanding of what the condition actually is and if we’re at risk. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care North Carolina is dedicating this blog to answering a few common questions about the virus. Read on as we offer some insight. What’s My Risk of Getting COVID-19 We ...
