While STD rates are the highest they’ve ever been in the United States this year, they’re most common among young adults between the ages of 15 and 24. Even though STDs are most common among this age group, everyone who is sexually active should get regular STD tests to lower the infection rates and benefit their overall and sexual health. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail further elaborates ...
Rashes are more common during the summer months, and heat rash is one of the most common forms of skin rashes that people experience this time of year. Although it’s not usually severe or dangerous to experience, heat rash is uncomfortable and itchy. As it keeps warming up in our area, it’s best to be informed about what heat rash is and what you can do to prevent it from happening to you ...
It seems like muscle strains occur during the most inconvenient times. If you’ve pulled a muscle when picking up a box, playing a game of backyard soccer or even turning the wrong way, there are ways to get your body feeling back to normal! Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team further explains how to properly deal with muscle strains below. What Exactly Happens When I Strain a Muscle? Before learning how to treat ...
Dog bites are common. According to the CDC, about 4.5 million dog bites occur annually in the U.S., with 900,000 resulting in infection. While many get bitten by a familiar or family dog, strays are part of this total. If you’ve been bitten by a stray dog, what should you do? Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team has some helpful answers, so keep reading! What Should I Do If I ...
It’s true that strep throat is much more common among children, but adults can get it, too! It’s also true that it can be difficult to tell if you have strep throat, as symptoms can sometimes closely mirror a common cold. Read on for some helpful information from our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team about strep throat and when you should consider getting a rapid strep test! Is It Possible That I ...
Living in North Carolina, many of us have likely come in contact with poison ivy before on hikes through the mountains or on various trails. If you haven’t, good for you, but for those of us who have experienced an itchy, uncomfortable poison ivy rash before, there has to be a way to treat it right? Yes, and our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team share some further info about the topic below. Why ...
Have you recently accidentally cut yourself or has your child scraped up his or her knee on the ground? If so, it is certainly helpful to know how to care for your wounds before deciding whether or not further medical care is needed. Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team is here to help walk you through some basic first-aid tactics, so keep reading! Here’s what to do: First, wash your hands with soap ...
X-rays involve radiation exposure, so it’s understandable to be a little wary of getting one when the opportunity presents itself. However, we encourage you to let your guard down a little bit, as in most cases, the radiation exposure is generally so small that the benefit of the X-ray far outweighs the risks. Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team further explains below. How Safe Are X-rays? Since X-rays involve radiation, they are technically ...
Kidney infections can be quite dangerous, but they rarely go unnoticed and untreated. Kidney infections, when not treated quickly and correctly, can cause serious health complications, such as sepsis, kidney scarring, and can even cause future pregnancy issues for expecting mothers. All this can be avoided with the right treatment! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail highlights how to properly treat kidney infections. What Are the Common Causes of Kidney ...
Did you know? Except for wellness baby visits, ear infections are the most common reason for trips to the pediatrician, accounting for approximately 30 million doctor visits a year in the United States! So, what makes these infections so common? Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team has some answers, so keep reading! What Are Ear Infections in the First Place? An ear infection, or otitis media, happens when bacteria or other viral particles harm ...
Hemby Bridge Elementary and Porter Ridge Middle School spring sports are upon us! But before your child can participate, he or she needs a sports physical first. Our AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail team explains why below. Why Does My Child Need a Sports Physical? Sports physicals are required in the state of North Carolina, but why? Well, they raise awareness of any issues, like hernias and uncontrolled asthma, that may interfere with your child ...
Strep throat is a very common infection in America, affecting between 11,000 and 24,000 people every year. While it is a common infection, it can also turn quite severe if not treated quickly and effectively. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail provides some more helpful information. How Sick Will I Be If I Get Strep Throat? Before you learn what strep can do to your body when left ...
COVID-19 cases are notoriously known to differ from each other in some way, but there are still symptoms that are prevalent in the majority of cases. Additionally, recent studies have shown that COVID-19 symptoms often occur in a certain order. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail provides some helpful info! What Are Typically the First Symptoms? According to recent research from the University of Southern California, the typical first symptoms ...
Did you know? Nearly 75% of women will experience a yeast infection at some point in their lives. This is bad news because yeast infections are so uncomfortable to deal with, but they are also very treatable and preventable. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail highlights what you need to know about this common infection. Here’s what to do: Understand the infection first. The immune system works to keep ...
Are you worrying that you have COVID-19 every time you cough or sneeze? If so, it’s OK. We’re definitely living in strange times right now. COVID-19 definitely has all of our stress and anxiety levels way up, but how nervous should you actually be if you get the virus? Is there a way to know how sick you can get? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail answers these ...
We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the flu shot doesn’t offer any protection against the coronavirus. Even though the flu and COVID-19 are both viral respiratory illnesses, they are caused by two separate viruses. Knowing this, you might be thinking, “Is it even necessary for me to get my flu shot this year?” The answer is absolutely, and our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail explains why below. Why ...
The holidays and new year are full of excitement, but this year is a little different for obvious reasons. While falling ill to the coronavirus or flu this year isn’t totally unavoidable, there are things you can do as a parent to lessen the risk of your child getting sick. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail is passionate about helping your family stay healthy during the pandemic and beyond! Read on as ...
We are all concerned with staying healthy and avoiding illness this holiday season. This year more than ever, it is important to avoid sickness to enjoy the peace and happiness the season can offer. A clean and organized living space may help make that happen. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail offers some helpful insight into the benefits of cleanliness in your space! Can Cleaning Reduce the Risk of Getting ...
Much emphasis is frequently put on the importance of good physical health. While your physical health is obviously an extremely worthwhile investment, staying mentally healthy is just as important. How you feel and what you think will impact the rest of your body, so don’t sweep feelings of anxiety or depression under the rug. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail highlights the importance of prioritizing mental health during the ...
Maskne is a real struggle for many of us. And with masks and necessary COVID-19 precautions here to stay for the foreseeable future, that pesky acne might not be going away anytime soon. Don’t worry, though, because our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail has some helpful tips to share on how to deal with maskne. What Is Maskne? “Maskne” is basically just acne that develops under your face mask. When you breathe ...
