Recent Blog Posts

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, or cut. While many of these injuries are minor, some need a closer look. Knowing when to handle it at home and when to head to AFC Gastonia can make all the difference in how your child heals.  Common Childhood Injuries  Most everyday falls lead to minor injuries like:  Scraped knees or elbows ...

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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 change, but for your sinuses? Not always. If you’re dealing with congestion, facial pressure, and constant throat clearing, it can be tough to tell whether pollen is the culprit or if a sinus infection is brewing.  The symptoms often overlap in the beginning, but the cause and the treatment can be very ...

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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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