Recent Blog Posts

What Does Pain in My Ear Mean?

It’s safe to say that you’re aware of how common earaches are among children, but that doesn’t mean that you’re exempt from ear pain! You don’t have to have an infection, or even anything wrong with your ears, to have ear pain. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Gastonia shares some helpful info on some common causes of ear pain. What’s Causing My Ear Pain? When ...

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How Necessary Are Sports Physicals?

Did you know? Before your child can begin playing a sport this spring, he or she will need a sports physical first! Our AFC Urgent Care Gastonia team explains why below, so keep reading! Why Is a Sports Physical Necessary? Sports physicals, or Pre-Participation Exams (PPEs), are important because they can help you find out about and deal with health problems that might interfere with your child’s participation in a sport. Plus, visiting your ...

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Recent Blogs

What Are the Signs of Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke?

As summer heat settles into Gastonia, whether you’re walking the South Fork River Greenway, exploring Rankin Lake Park, or spending the ...

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How Do I Treat a Poison Ivy Rash?

Gastonia’s parks and green spaces make it easy to enjoy the outdoors, whether you’re walking the trails at Rankin Lake ...

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Is it Allergies or Covid?

If you’re dealing with congestion, a runny nose, or nonstop sneezing in Gastonia, it’s easy to assume seasonal allergies are ...

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