As we all already know, the looming presence of COVID-19 has made literally everything much more inconvenient. Gyms have closed, which has made it much harder to get the exercise that many of us were used to getting. With many of them reopening, however, does that mean it’s safe to go back and start pumping the iron again? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City helps walk you through it ...
Isn’t the fall just the best? Cooler weather, sweatshirts, pumpkin spice lattes and the beautiful colors are just a few of the great things that fall has to offer. What people don’t like acknowledging, though, is the big negative thing that fall can bring about: allergies. If you struggle from sniffling and sneezing during the fall months and don’t know why, AFC Urgent Care Fountain City offers some helpful information below. Do ...
Water, huh? It’s not the most exciting sounding drink as we’d probably all prefer an ice-cold Coke instead, but putting down the caffeine and picking up your water bottle does wonders for your health. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City provides some more helpful info on water and its importance. What Does Water Do for My Body? Did you know that the majority of our bodies are made ...
If you’re feeling stressed these days, you aren’t alone. While stress is a common part of life at all times, it’s become even more common these last few months. With many of us working at home and our children sometimes learning at home, too, stress is a real problem. Let our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City offer some tips on how to manage it effectively. Am I at Risk of ...
If you’ve paid attention to the news recently, you’ve probably read or heard that getting a flu shot is even more important than normal this year. But you may wonder why that is. It’s because this year, there will be an unprecedented event—the annual flu season, which starts in November and goes through March or April, will coincide with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. That could lead to a greater number of ...
Did you know? Heart disease is the biggest killer in the U.S. That’s true for men and women alike. However, you can do a lot to change your risk for heart disease. Two of the biggest risk factors are high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Eating heart-healthy foods can lower both cholesterol and blood pressure. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City has some suggestions how to make heart-healthy eating tasty, too ...
If you set some health resolutions earlier this year and then fell off the wagon once the quarantine began, you aren’t alone! While we may have had more time at home, we had other things to think about than getting healthy. But the good news is: There’s still plenty of time left in 2020 to take steps toward better health. Let our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City offer some tips to ...
Research about the dangers of the sun’s rays has taken off in recent years, so we are learning far more about the sun’s effects than we used to know—and part of what we have learned is just how dangerous sunburns are to your skin’s health. The good news is that sunburns are entirely preventable, but if you do get one, there are ways you can find relief and be more comfortable ...
When the temperatures rise and the days get longer, it is normal to want to get outside as much as possible with your family. While we often think about sun safety as a crucial component to enjoying the outdoors, it is vital that you are also practicing heat safety as well. While getting too hot can simply be uncomfortable, it can progress into a life-threatening condition if fast action is not taken. Read on as ...
It’s a reality—all the news and information we’ve heard about COVID-19 since early March has been alarming. For a while, it seemed like the virus numbers just kept climbing at a crazy rate. While the numbers have leveled out some in recent weeks, you still want to do everything you can to protect yourself and those you love. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City is taking a ...
Have you been diagnosed with high cholesterol? If so, you aren’t alone! More than 102 million Americans age 20 and older have been diagnosed with elevated cholesterol. For many of us, though, cholesterol and high cholesterol remain somewhat of a mystery. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to take some time today to talk through the basics, including steps you can take to maintain normal cholesterol levels. What ...
The American Heart Association states that around 100 million people living in the United States have high blood pressure. Beyond that number, though, approximately 11 million Americans have elevated blood pressure, but don’t know it, which is why it is so important to have your blood pressure checked on a regular basis. During National High Blood Pressure Education Month this May, our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to know your ...
No one wants to spend the spring and summer season sick. However, with everything going on in our world lately, the stress of life can certainly be taking a toll on both our mental and physical heath. Therefore, our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to offer you tips on how you can best care for your health by managing your stress, which is especially important since chronic stress can diminish your immune ...
There are a number of things we should be doing for our health on a daily basis. We should be exercising at least 30 minutes a day. We should be following a healthy diet. We should be aiming to get between seven and nine hours of sleep a night. But with all that, do you know what else we should be doing for our health? We should be taking time for self-care. Our team at ...
Have you ever experienced an eye twitch? While it can be annoying, eye twitching can also be extremely worrisome. Fortunately, in most cases, eye twitching is not a sign of a serious condition, but can be a symptom of factors such as too much caffeine and/or sleep deprivation. During Save Your Vision Month this March, our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to know the main causes of eye twitching, as ...
The first day of spring is right around the corner, and it is about that time to play ball! Is your child planning on participating in a sport this spring? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to know the benefits that come with children participating in sports, as well as why it is important for your child to get a sports physical before the start of the season. Are Sports Good ...
You're probably familiar with high blood pressure, and you may even know the dangers that having high blood pressure can pose to your heart health. But what happens when your blood pressure is low? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to share some insight into low blood pressure and what it can mean for your health. What Is Low Blood Pressure? Normally, the lower your blood pressure, the better. But that ...
February is American Heart Month, designed to raise awareness about heart disease, which is the leading cause of death among Americans. In recognition of this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to share some information about how your blood pressure specifically can increase your risk of heart disease. Read on as we examine the issue. Why Does High Blood Pressure Matter? Blood pressure is the force with which blood is flowing ...
Everyone has a difficult time falling asleep or staying asleep every once in a while. But when it becomes a chronic issue, it can negatively impact your physical and mental health. The first step in finding relief is nailing down the underlying cause of your sleep issues. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to share some insight about one potential cause—vitamin D deficiency—as well as some tips for getting the ...
Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS, is a common digestive condition that affects the large intestine. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to know how you can treat IBS, as well as ways you can combat bloating. Read on as we offer some perspective on the topic. Can IBS Be Prevented? Fortunately, there are things that you can try in order to reduce your risk of suffering from the symptoms ...
