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Ankle Sprain vs. Fracture: When to Visit AFC for an X-Ray

It only takes one wrong step to injure your ankle. A misstep walking up the stairs or an awkward landing over a root hiking at Stevens Creek Nature Center and Preserve.     What starts as a simple misstep can quickly lead to pain, swelling, and tenderness, leaving you wondering if your ankle injury is serious, whether you’re dealing with a sprain or fracture, and if it’s time to see a medical provider.  For convenient ...

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Fighting Fall Allergies? Ragweed Could Be the Cause

Seasonal allergies are a common part of life for many people. From sneezing and nasal congestion to itchy skin and watery eyes, allergy symptoms can range from mild to disruptive and affect everyone differently.  Allergies are one of the most common chronic conditions, impacting one in three people throughout the U.S. An allergy develops when the immune system identifies a normally harmless substance as a threat and reacts to it. These substances, known as ...

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