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Urgent Care Experts Offer Alternatives to Phenylephrine

As a prominent care provider of accessible primary care, urgent care, and occupational medicine services nationwide, American Family Care (AFC) is uniquely positioned to guide and educate the public on pertinent health issues, such as the FDA’s recent decisions on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine.  The FDA held a Non-Prescription Drug Advisory Committee meeting on September 11-12, 2023, to deliberate on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine as an active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) cough ...

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Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal

Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal Home remedies for warts might not be as effective as you hope, so we recommend seeing an urgent care doctor for wart removal to treat these pesky growths at their source. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can appear almost anywhere on the body, causing both physical discomfort and self-consciousness. This article takes you through everything you need to know about ...

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When Does My Child Need Medical Care for Their Playground Cut?

From afternoons at Northshore parks to backyard games and playground adventures around Chattanooga, kids rarely stay still for long. And with all ...

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Is My Congestion Allergies or a Sinus Infection?

Spring in Chattanooga means sunshine along the Tennessee River, blooming trees across Northshore, and a visible layer of pollen settling on cars ...

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How Long Are You Contagious with the Flu?

The flu rarely arrives at a convenient time. One day you’re heading to work, running errands around the Northshore, or enjoying ...

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