Facial pain, stuffy nose, sore throat—oh my! Will this sinus infection ever end? Well, it depends. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to recognize the signs of a sinus infection so that you can seek treatment sooner rather than later. What Is a Sinus Infection? A sinus infection occurs when the cavities surrounding your nasal passages are inflamed. There are two different types of sinus infections—acute sinusitis and chronic sinusitis ...
Did you know that one in three adults living in the United States have high blood pressure? If you are one of them, you don’t have to be. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants to share some tips on how to prevent high blood pressure, as well as how to lower it if you’re diagnosed. Who Is at Risk for High Blood Pressure? While older males are most likely to develop ...
Feeling tired? You are not alone. A recent survey stated that around 76 percent of the workforce in America is tired most days of the week. Therefore, our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants to help you get your energy back so you can conquer the day! What Is Fatigue? Fatigue is known as extreme tiredness, which is typically seen from people who suffer from mental or physical exertion or illness. While most fatigue ...
Fall has begun—and with it, the flu season. Have you taken steps to protect yourself from the flu this year? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants to talk a bit about the single best thing you can do to prevent the flu—get the flu vaccine. The time is now to get a flu shot. And the best part is that under most insurance plans, the vaccine is covered free of cost ...
A urinary tract infection (also known as a UTI) can happen at any time. While women are more at risk of suffering from a UTI than men, either gender can be diagnosed with a UTI. If you believe you are experiencing signs of a UTI, our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to seek treatment as soon as possible so that you can get your UTI cleared up promptly. What Is a Urinary ...
Fall is so close, you can almost feel it in the Hixson air! Between football games and other fall activities happening in and around the area, you cannot help but be ready for a new season. However, our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants to remind you that sometimes a new season can bring along colds, flu and other conditions like walking pneumonia. Knowing the symptoms can help you know when to seek medical ...
Did you know that more than 25 percent of people living in the United States have an incurable sexually transmitted disease (STD)? If you’re sexually active, it’s important to undergo regular STD screenings, and our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson can help. After all, it’s better to know than not to know. When Do You Need to Undergo an STD Screening? As soon as someone become sexually active, it is important ...
With school starting back and a new routine getting underway, now is NOT the time to get sick. When you hear someone around you coughing his or her head off, it might make you wonder—Am I next? Fortunately, if sickness does strike, AFC Urgent Care Hixson is here to help get you feeling as good as new! That’s why we want to share the symptoms of bronchitis and when you should seek medical ...
When you begin to feel like you are coming down with a respiratory infection, it can seem like you need to immediately run to the doctor for antibiotics. But antibiotics aren’t always the right treatment option. That’s why it’s important to see an experienced physician at AFC Urgent Care Hixson to undergo a medical evaluation. During your visit, our physician can diagnose the underlying cause of your condition and determine an appropriate ...
You want to go out and about in Hixson and the surrounding area, but you’ve heard that strep throat is going around. Should you be concerned? If you’ll be coming in close contact with someone who has the condition, the answer is yes. Strep throat is very contagious. Let’s take a look at the condition and what you need to know. Is Strep Throat Contagious? Strep throat is a highly contagious bacterial ...
Have you ever had someone around you start coughing and thought, “You better not cough on me?” We’ve all been there. In today’s world, we’re surrounded by lots of illnesses, germs and bacteria. So it’s natural to wonder whether a cough pointed toward you could make you sick. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants to offer some perspective: Is a Cough Contagious? While the cough itself ...
Living in the south, many of us in Hixson know nasal congestion all too well. Chances are that many of us are or have experienced nasal congestion already this season. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to enjoy your summer break while breathing easily. Read on for some tips! What Is Nasal Congestion? Nasal congestion occurs when there is a blockage in the nasal passages. These blockages are caused by the membranes ...
Can you believe that it’s time to get back into a school routine? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson certainly can’t! Fortunately, we have tips to help make things easier when getting back on track with the school schedule. Plan Ahead The key to getting back into a routine is to plan, plan and plan! Check out the following ways to help you and your kids fall back into a school routine ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson knows it can be challenging to even keep up with the kids during the summer—nevertheless to keep them on a healthy path. But we have some tips to help you make that happen. On the Path to Good Health First, make sure breakfast is an everyday event. It might be a cliche, but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. By morning, our bodies ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands the importance of summertime cookouts with family and friends. However, you still want to try and maintain your healthy diet by making the right food choices the majority of the time—even at a friend’s barbecue gathering. Read on for some ways to keep your healthy eating habits even during the summer months. Healthy Eating for the Summer First, make sure to eat enough fiber, especially ...
The team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to take advantage of the sunny days ahead! However, when energy is lacking, it can be hard to make the day a productive one. Here are some tips on how to add some more energy to your day, especially since you’ll need all the energy you can get once the kids are home for summer break. Increase Your Energy Start by having three balanced meals ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands how much the pollen in spring can spark up an asthma attack at the sniff of outdoor air. Fortunately, there are ways to help minimize triggers so that you’ll be able to enjoy a beautiful spring season! Don’t Fear Spring Allergens Sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose or throat, watery eyes, wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing—oh my! These are just some of the symptoms associated ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands that life can be too crazy for cooking at home. It really is the healthiest option, though, since home-cooked meals tend to have 60 percent fewer calories than the takeout meal you usually order. Here are some additional benefits that may help change your mind and make you want to start cooking more meals at home. Health Begins at Home How many times have you run through ...
Sports season is here, and AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to be aware of muscle cramps so that they don’t get the best of your young athlete this season. Avoiding Muscle Cramps Muscle cramps occur for many different reasons, including: Dehydration Muscle overuse Muscle strain Nerve compression Fortunately, there are things you can do to help your athlete avoid the discomfort associated with muscle cramps. First, be sure he or she is drinking ...
The warm weather has arrived, bringing with it spring tryouts, and at AFC Urgent Care Hixson, we’re ready and able to handle all your spring sports-related needs. Give It Your All Spring tryout season can be stressful for kids and their parents. However, there are some things you can do as a parent to help your child through his or her tryout. Remember that you are there as a support system—not added pressure ...
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