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What’s the Purpose of Antibiotics?

When we stop to think about some of the greatest human inventions, things like the internet, the telephone and the wheel all probably come to mind! We would also add the development of antibiotics to that star-studded list. The development of antibiotics has reduced our risk of serious complications or death due to a bacterial infection drastically. Coming down with an ear infection or strep throat is no longer usually a threat to your life ...

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Is My Dizziness Related to Vertigo?

When you have vertigo, it is more than just a dizzy spell. Your entire body and head is affected and your world seems to continually spin or shift around you. It can be debilitating and begin to impact your daily life. Even though vertigo can be a diagnosis, it is not a disease. Rather, it is a symptom coming from a variety of conditions. Approximately 40% of Americans end up having a case of vertigo ...

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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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