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What Causes a Stroke?

With May being American Stroke Awareness Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to share some information about the main causes of stroke, as well as steps you can take to prevent a stroke from happening. Who Is at Risk for a Stroke? There are two main types of stroke. You can either have a stroke caused by a loss of blood supply (ischemia) in the brain, or you can have bleeding (hemorrhage ...

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What Is the Best Way to Find Relief From Seasonal Allergies?

It is completely normal to only be able to handle so much time indoors before it starts to take a toll on your mental health. While we have been practicing social distancing, it is still important that we get outside, especially on nice days, in order to enjoy the sunshine and breathe the fresh air—even if it is in your own backyard. However, when you are trying to get a breath of fresh air ...

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Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke? Know the Signs

Learn how to recognize the differences between heat exhaustion and heat stroke and when to seek medical care at AFC Chattanooga. Summer ...

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Poison Ivy Rash or Something More Serious?

Learn when poison ivy symptoms can be managed at home and when it’s time to seek treatment at AFC Chattanooga. Outdoor ...

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Allergies or COVID-19 in Chattanooga?

Learn how to tell the difference between seasonal allergies and COVID-19 symptoms and when to seek care at AFC Chattanooga. With Chattanooga ...

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