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How Can I Treat a Sunburn?

Getting a sunburn is never a fun experience, but unfortunately for many of us, it is something that is synonymous with summer. Sunburns are uncomfortable in the moment, but they can also cause long-term health complications such as skin cancer, which is why we always recommend preventing them as much as possible instead of focusing on treatment. That being said, if you do accidentally get a sunburn, your AFC Urgent Care Hixson team is here ...

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Is It Possible to Be Mildly Allergic to Poison Ivy? - AFC Urgent Care

While poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac are common plants in wooded areas, there are many people who have never come into contact with them or are not sure if an itchy rash is due to a poisonous plant. Furthermore, you may know people who have had severe reactions to coming into contact with poison ivy despite your own reactions being mild. Today, our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson will examine whether or ...

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Could It Be a Concussion? Head Injury Symptoms After a Fall or Hit

Spending time outdoors, whether it’s at a game at Cleveland T. Grimes Soccer Complex,  playing on the playground, or just enjoying ...

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Sinus Infection or Spring Allergies? Know the Symptoms & When to Seek Urgent Care

Spring is a great time to get outside and enjoy warmer weather, whether buying plants and flowers from the local Home Depot ...

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Can You Get Measles If You’ve Been Vaccinated?

Whether you’re trying to enjoy a rare warm winter’s day with your kids on a neighborhood playground like Vandergriff Park ...

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