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How Long Does Strep Throat Last?

July 15, 2018

fbq(‘track’, ‘ViewContentFountainCity’); fbq('track', 'ViewContentStrep'); Is there anything worse than cold symptoms during the heat of summer? We don’t think so—it can be just plain awful. You don’t want to be stuck inside while the weather is gorgeous in Fountain City, so if you’re experiencing a sore throat, take steps to get back to feeling your best! What Is Strep Throat? Strep throat, which occurs often in children ages 5 ...

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What Does a Wet Cough vs. a Dry Cough Mean?

July 1, 2018

We’ve all been there when a cough takes over and, for a second, you think it will never end. Especially in Fountain City and surrounding communities, the pollen is everywhere—which is probably the culprit behind much of our coughing. Did you know that there are actually two distinct kinds of cough? Let’s take a look at the differences between a wet cough and a dry cough: What Does It Mean If I ...

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How Long Does a Sinus Infection Last?

June 15, 2018

Chances are by now you or someone you know in Fountain City has experienced a sinus infection already this year. While sinus infections should last for less than four weeks, in some cases, chronic sinusitis can last for much longer. Fortunately, there are ways you can help limit your risk of developing a sinus infection—and ease the pain once one develops. Can I Prevent a Sinus Infection? While there is no exact science to ...

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Breaks, Strains, and Sprains—Oh My! Understanding Injury Treatment | Fountain City, TN Urgent Care

June 1, 2018

fbq(‘track’, ‘ViewContentFountainCity’); fbq('track', 'ViewContentBreak'); Whether it occurs on the sports field or in a freak accident at home, when an injury like a sprain or break occurs, the pain can feel unbearable. When an injury occurs, it’s important to seek prompt treatment. The first step toward treatment? Diagnosing the injury. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to walk you through three common injuries. Get the Facts on Injuries When ...

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Kiss Those Spring Allergies Goodbye | Fountain City, TN Walk-in Clinic

May 15, 2018

If you are one of the 50 million Americans suffering from allergies, then your spring has already been filled with more sneezes, drippy noses and itchy eyes than you can probably count. And it’s just the beginning, especially since these pesky allergies can last well into the summer months. But you aren’t stuck indoors! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City has some tips on how to fend off those allergies. Everything ...

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Start Catching Zzz's Instead of Counting Sheep for Better Sleep! | Fountain City, TN Urgent Care

May 1, 2018

How many hours of sleep are you getting each night? If you said five or six hours, you aren’t getting the quality sleep your body and mind require to function effectively. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to start getting the sleep you need—and deserve—starting tonight! And what better time to talk about obtaining a better night’s sleep than Better Sleep Month this May? Poor Sleep = Poor ...

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Put Our Health Services to Work for Your Business | Fountain City, TN Walk-in Clinic

April 15, 2018

When the first day of January arrived, did your company go into a hiring frenzy? You might have even been overwhelmed ensuring that each new employee was sure to receive a physical exam, as well as drug screening before starting work. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could just send all your employees to one place that can take care of all your employee health services? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City ...

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Keep Your Eye on Safety During Sports Season | Fountain City, TN Urgent Care

April 1, 2018

fbq(‘track’, ‘ViewContentFountainCity’); fbq('track', 'ViewContentSports'); Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to help your athlete keep an eye on the ball while also keep an eye on eye safety this spring. Preventing Eye Injuries in Athletes When gearing our young athletes up for sports season, we usually think of physical performance, healthy eating, getting enough sleep and so on. But did you know that eye injuries are the leading cause ...

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Put an End to Seasonal Allergies & Enjoy Good Health This Spring! | Fountain City, TN Walk-in Clinic

March 19, 2018

After a long, cold winter, nothing feels better than spending time outside in the warm spring sun—unless you have allergies. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to avoid being stuck indoors by combating your allergy symptoms once and for all this spring! When the Plants Grow, the Pollen Blooms According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, pollen is one of the main causes of allergies. Emerging from trees ...

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Fuel Up the *Right* Way for Spring Sports | Fountain City, TN Urgent Care

March 2, 2018

fbq(‘track’, ‘ViewContentFountainCity’); fbq('track', 'ViewContentSports'); You know that what we eat impacts many aspects of our days, including how much energy we have and how we feel. But eating the right foods is especially important for athletes, since they need to fuel their bodies before activity and refuel them afterward. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to offer some insight on how to fuel up the right way ...

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