Recent Blog Posts

Why Do My Knees Hurt?

Did you know? Our knees love us, but we don’t always love them. Every year, we injure our knees badly enough to visit the emergency department at about the rate of 2.29 per 1,000 people. And as we age, years of wear and tear can lead to osteoarthritis in the knee. While injuries cause most knee pain in teens and young adults, knee pain from degenerative conditions becomes more frequent as we ...

Read more..

How Many Veggies Do I Need to Eat Each Day?

Ever since you were young, you’ve been told you need to eat your veggies. But why? And how many do you really need? Because eating fruits and vegetables is such an important part of a healthy diet, our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson is here to break down the answers to these questions and more. Read on for more! Why Are Vegetables Important? Let’s talk about both fruits and vegetables, actually. These ...

Read more..

Archives

Recent Blogs

Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke? Learn the Signs, Symptoms, and When to Seek Care in Hixson, TN

Summer in Hixson brings plenty of opportunities to enjoy everything the Chattanooga area has to offer. Whether you’re shopping and dining ...

Read More

What Should Families Know About Fireworks Safety?

Summer in Hixson is filled with lake weekends, neighborhood cookouts, and Fourth of July celebrations that bring families together across the Chattanooga ...

Read More

Spring Tick Season: Should You Visit Urgent Care After a Tick Bite?

Spring and summer in Hixson mean spending more time outdoors enjoying the scenic beauty that makes Southeast Tennessee such a special place ...

Read More