Recent Blog Posts

Is My Headache a Medical Emergency?

Headaches can be a tricky condition. If you start to experience pain in your head, neck or scalp, it can be scary! Some headaches can indicate a serious problem, while others can just be a sign that you need to drink more water. Thankfully, the majority of headaches don’t indicate a major issue and can be remedied by rest and fluids. Wondering what else you should know about headaches? Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory ...

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What Are the Early Signs of RSV?

As the weather starts to change and cool down, cold and flu season begins. No one wants to get sick, but when there are so many illnesses circulating at this time, sometimes it is unavoidable! A specific illness that you need to be especially careful about is respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. While RSV normally produces minor symptoms in adults, it can be dangerous to infants and small children. If your child is starting to ...

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Recent Blogs

Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke? Know the Warning Signs

Learn how to recognize the differences between heat exhaustion and heat stroke and when to seek medical care at AFC Hickory. Summer ...

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Could It Be Allergies or COVID-19? | AFC Hickory

Experiencing congestion, sneezing, or fatigue in Hickory? Learn how to tell the difference between seasonal allergies and COVID-19 symptoms. Spring in Hickory ...

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Is Poison Ivy More Than Just an Itchy Rash?

Learn when poison ivy symptoms can be treated at home and when it’s time to visit AFC Hickory for medical care ...

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