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How Can I Tell What Bug Bit Me?

Oh, summer, we love you! The sunny days and warm breezes can make any event or family function much more fun and pleasant. One thing we don’t like, however, is the increase in bugs and creepy-crawlies out and about. Most bugs aren’t harmful and are just annoying, but some of them can bite or sting—and it hurts! Our AFC Urgent Care Hixson team explains more about some different bug bites to help ...

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How Fast Can STDs be Diagnosed at AFC?

Sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are incredibly common across the country. Did you know that one in five Americans will contract one in a given year? With those odds, it is always possible for you to wonder if you need to get tested. We encourage regular STD testing for those who are sexually active, and we are the place that you can come to for a quick and accurate test. Our AFC Urgent Care Hixson ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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