Recent Blog Posts

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 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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That’s the question no one wants to be typing into their search engines at this time of year. While we are busy making plans for holiday trips and planning out family adventures, getting sick is the last thing on your list. However, cold and flu season is upon us once more, and illnesses like strep throat, colds, the flu and COVID-19 are rising around us quickly. All of these illnesses can present with similar ...

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The last couple of years have been tumultuous to say the least. We have felt the ups and downs of navigating a pandemic and mysterious illness, but we are so glad that the number of COVID-19 infections is much lower now than they have been in years past. Even though the official emergency status has expired, COVID-19 is still circulating in our community and has the potential to make you really sick. We don’t ...

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Sports Physicals: Getting Ready to Go Back to School Before hitting the field, court, or track, there's a crucial checkpoint that ensures the well-being of our student-athletes: sports physicals.  These check-ups are a proactive approach to safeguarding the health and performance of young athletes. They not only fulfill school and sports league requirements but also serve as a comprehensive assessment to detect and prevent potential health issues. Pre-Register The Importance of Sports Physicals Physicals ...

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One aspect of aging that isn’t talked about very often is the risk of falling while either out and about or at home. Getting older has its perks, don’t get us wrong, but certain risks become more common as we become a little more unsteady on our feet. As you get older, your risk of falling and suffering a more severe injury goes up. A small slip or trip could lead to broken ...

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Deciding to quit an addictive habit is a huge step in the right direction! We know that tobacco addictions can be really hard to give up, but doing so will only benefit you in every aspect of your life. A lifetime of smoking has no health benefits to you and actually increases your risk of developing a variety of serious diseases. It even impacts your family through continued exposure to secondhand smoke. Our AFC Urgent ...

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I Have an STD, But I'm Not Sexually Active If you have contracted a sexually transmitted disease (STD) but are not sexually active, there are a few reasons why this could be the case. "STD" refers to the constellation of diseases that result from a sexually transmitted infection (STI). For example, cervical cancer is an STD from the STI of HPV. Though it is possible to contract an STI even if you are not ...

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The concept of feeling sick encompasses all kinds of symptoms and conditions, and that can make it really hard to figure out what is causing your illness on your own. Thankfully, we have a wide variety of tools at our disposal to offer you the most accurate diagnosis as possible. One thing that makes our center a great choice for your medical care is that we have a full lab on site to help us ...

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We love the summer season around here—and for good reason! Who doesn’t love all the sun, fun and slapping at mosquitoes? Just kidding about that last one. Bugs are a just a common part of living in the South, and we are used to it at this point. Most bugs are simply annoying, but they can bite or sting from time to time and cause significant discomfort. Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut team ...

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We are grateful to be your local resource when it comes to your healthcare needs. We are here for your injuries and for any new illnesses that come your way. Did you know that we can also test for and treat STDs? Sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are a really common subset of illnesses. In fact, one in five people experience at least one STD in any given year. Whether you think you contracted an ...

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  Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are a category of diseases that have a wide impact on families. Not only are they challenging for the person with the disease, but they can be really hard on the family watching a loved one lose precious memories and independence. Memory conditions are more common as people get older. In fact, over 55 million people are dealing with some form of dementia across the world right now ...

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Injuries are unfortunately just a part of life sometimes. Even if you take good care of yourself and try to be safe whenever you are being active, accidents can happen. While simple injuries like minor cuts, sprains or strains will eventually heal on their own, certain injuries require medical attention in order to heal properly. If you get hurt and the pain is significant or you are worried about a possible broken bone, stop by ...

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If you have a broken bone or a fracture, urgent care may be able to help. Learn the different types of fractures (broken bones), what we treat, and when to go to the ER vs. urgent care. How Do You Know a Bone is Broken? Every year, millions of people break a bone. Broken bones typically result from a trauma like a fall, car accident, or sports injury. Medical conditions such as osteoporosis or repetitive ...

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There are so many things you should and shouldn’t eat when you are pregnant! While many of the guidelines given to you by your OB/GYN may seem overwhelming or not important, they actually are in place to help keep you and your growing baby safe. Experiencing food poisoning, like salmonella, is never fun, but it can be exhausting and even sometimes scary to get food poisoning while pregnant. Our AFC Urgent Care Farragut ...

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Physical for sports exams, also known as pre-participation physical examinations (PPEs), help determine whether a person is physically fit to participate in organized sports activities. This physical exam aims to identify any possible medical conditions that could put the athlete at risk for severe injury or illness during practice or competition. Sports physicals are typically done annually, though some states may require more frequent exams based on age and the type of sport being played ...

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Summer is a favorite season for many, especially for us proud Tennesseans! The sun is shining, the warm temperatures have returned and there are always so many fun activities to do around town. While you are busy planning out the best summer ever, make sure you include plans on how to keep your skin safe from the harsh rays of the summer sun. Over time, sun exposure can be harmful to your skin and your ...

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While it is possible to develop lower back and leg pain from COVID, there are also several other causes. As experts in urgent healthcare services, AFC in Farragut indicates why you might be experiencing back pain after COVID and explains some other reasons you might have lower back pain.    Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID Lower back pain is a possible symptom of COVID-19. This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given ...

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You probably don’t give much thought to your bones on a daily basis, but they are certainly working hard for you every day! They not only provide the literal structure to our bodies, but they have the important jobs of protecting your organs and supporting your movement through your muscle function. We owe our lives to our bones. That is why it is so important to take care of them, especially as you age ...

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So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Farragut has answers, and treatment, for you.  Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...

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