Recent Blog Posts

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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Recent Blogs

Are Fireworks Injuries More Common Than I Think They Are?

Summer in Chattanooga brings plenty of opportunities to celebrate. From community festivals and family cookouts to fireworks displays lighting up the Tennessee ...

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What is Heatstroke and How to Prevent it?

Summer in Northshore Chattanooga brings long, sunny days along the Riverwalk, busy weekends at Coolidge Park, and plenty of time outdoors. But ...

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How Should I Take Care of My Poison Ivy Rash?

Whether you’re walking the paths around Coolidge Park, letting the kids play near the riverfront, or enjoying a peaceful stretch of ...

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