Recent Blog Posts

The Biggest Fall Hazards in the Home

At home, falls happen too often. More than one in four people over the age of 65 will fall in a given year, and only half of those people tell someone when a fall happens. When a person falls once, it doubles his or her chances of a second fall. As you age, or if you have an elderly loved on in your home, it’s important to know and eliminate fall hazards. Our AFC ...

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Are Migraines and Sinus Headaches the Same Thing?

Oftentimes, migraines can be mistaken as sinus headaches. While both types of headaches are painful, one is a sign of an infection while the other isn’t. Our AFC Urgent Care Gastonia team provides helpful information on both types of headaches below, so keep reading! What Are Sinus Headaches? Sinus headaches are a common symptom of sinusitis, or a sinus infection. When a sinus infection occurs, the sinuses become clogged with fluid, which cause pressure ...

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Recent Blogs

Are Muscle Strains Possible While Doing Yard Work?

As warmer weather settles into Gastonia, it’s the perfect time to get outside: refresh your yard, plant flowers, and take on ...

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Playground Cuts or Something More?

From neighborhood playgrounds to backyard adventures, kids rarely stay still for long. And with all that energy comes the occasional tumble, scrape ...

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Allergies or a Sinus Infection?

As soon as the weather warms up, many people trade winter coats for tissues. Blooming trees and longer days are a welcome ...

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