If you’ve ever had the flu, you know you never want it again. Days in bed, body aches and other pains = something you could live without! Getting a flu shot each year is the best way to prevent getting the flu. It’s especially important this year. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail offers some insight. Is Flu More of a Threat This Year? Not really. This year’s ...
Whether you’re taking a long, backpacking vacation or just visiting a local pick-your-own berry farm, summer is the season for prowling through the undergrowth. And that means rashes. Even brushing slightly against a rash-causing plant can give you a rash that forms blisters and itches painfully. Heat itself can cause other rashes. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail shares some insight. Do I Have Poison Ivy? In the U ...
If you’ve been told you have high cholesterol, you aren’t alone. In fact, some 102 million Americans have elevated cholesterol, also called hypercholesterolemia. But while the condition is common, many people don’t have a good understanding of what it is. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail is taking a few minutes to break down the basics. What Is Cholesterol? This is an important thing to know—cholesterol ...
Aside from staying out of the sun altogether, picking and using an SPF when you go outside is one of the best defenses for keeping your skin safe from sun exposure. Even just a few sunburns can significantly increase your chances of developing skin cancer as you age, but fortunately, prevention is a great tool to keep yourself safe. To help you understand what is important to look for when choosing a sunscreen, your AFC ...
If you have developed a rash, there are many reasons why it may have occurred. Rashes are common symptoms of skin irritation or allergic reactions, but rashes that are related to poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac are generally more uncomfortable than these other ailments. These plants are present all over the United States and can often blend in with other foliage, so you can easily miss them if you are not careful. If ...
COVID-19 has been the talk of the country since it first began affecting large swathes of Americans in late February and early March. As of June 1, more than 1.5 million Americans had been diagnosed, including nearly 30,000 North Carolinians alone. But while we know the condition is strikingly common, most of us don’t have a good understanding of the virus. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail ...
If you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure, you may have many questions. First and foremost, you may wonder whether having elevated blood pressure will have serious repercussions for your health. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail would like to share some insight about what high blood pressure is and steps you can take to improve your health. What Is High Blood Pressure? Let’s first nail down what ...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that around 23% of all adults living in the United States have arthritis. During Arthritis Awareness Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail wants to share some tips about what you can do to help reduce your risk of arthritis. Am I at Risk for Arthritis? Although there are many types of arthritis, the two main types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis ...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…for seasonal allergies! However, you shouldn’t let the threat of spring allergies keep you inside all year long. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail wants you to get outside and enjoy the sunny days without the worry of suffering from spring allergies. Why Are Allergies So Bad This Time of Year? When the trees, weeds, grasses and flowers are in bloom, the pollen ...
While we might be practicing social distancing, it doesn’t mean that we won’t ever need medical attention. Illnesses and injuries crop up on a daily basis. Fortunately, our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail is proud to offer AFC TeleCare services so that you can get quality health care right in your own home! How Safe Is It to Use Telemedicine for Health Care? It’s very safe! Telemedicine through AFC TeleCare ...
Just when you think you are in the clear of all the viruses that tend to spread during the winter season, you quickly learn that even the warmer weather during spring can also bring about the common cold. Yuck! Fortunately, our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail has some advice on how you can not only treat the common cold virus should you become ill, but also ways you can prevent getting sick in ...
March is National Nutrition Month, a month designed to cause us to pause and consider our eating habits. During this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail want you to know some ways you can start making healthy eating a daily habit! Read on as we share some tips. What Can I Do to Change My Eating Habits? Chances are that you or someone in your family made a resolution back in January ...
By now, you have probably heard the term elderberry used quite a few times, especially since we’re in the middle of flu season. But is it really worth taking? We’ve fielded a lot of questions from patients about elderberry syrup, so today we’re taking some time to answer your questions on the topic. What Is Elderberry? Elderberry is a dark purple berry from the Elder tree. It’s been used in medicinal ...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans, leading to nearly 700,000 deaths each year. While there some risk factors for heart disease that you can’t control, you can take steps to control some risk factors. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants to share some tips this month on doing just that. Can Exercise Prevent Heart Disease? While there’s no way to 100% prevent heart disease, exercise is ...
Did you make out a list of resolutions for 2020? If you’re like many Americans, you’re looking to improve your health in the new year. That probably includes getting more exercise. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants to take a few minutes to share some tips and insight about exercise. Read on as we take a look! Am I Getting Enough Exercise? That’s a bit of a trick question—enough ...
" According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, between 11,000 to 13,000 cases of strep throat are diagnosed among Americans in a given year. And while you might think a fever is a logical symptom of strep throat, not having one doesn’t mean you’re free and clear of strep. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants you to know what signs to watch for when it comes to strep ...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 75 million people living in the United States are living with high blood pressure. Unfortunately, many Americans might not even realize they have it, as high blood pressure can occur without any symptoms. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants you to know what can cause high blood pressure, as well as ways you can help maintain a healthy blood pressure for years to ...
Up to 20% of Americans get the flu each year. While no one wants to get the flu, it’s an unfortunate reality. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants you to know the symptoms to watch out for when it comes to the flu, as well as what you can do to treat the flu and recover as quickly as possible! How Do You Catch the Flu? The flu is an extremely contagious ...
Did you know? Your skin is the largest organ of your body. Yet it is probably one of the last organs we think about when we talk about our health. During Healthy Skin Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care of Pineville, NC wants you to know how to take better care of your skin! Why Is Your Skin Important? You might not think about it, but your skin is actually the first line of ...
Tennessee state health officials, as well as those at the national level, are urging everyone to get a flu vaccine this fall. But why is that? Well, it’s pretty simple. The flu shot is your best defense against the flu—a common and extremely contagious illness that can have serious complications. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville provides some insight. Why Is It So Important to Get a Flu Shot ...
