You hear every year that you need to get a flu shot, but now you’re hearing that it’s even more important than normal this year. But why is that? It’s for good reason! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville offers some perspective on why getting a flu vaccine is important, especially in 2020. What Makes This Year Different? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that nearly ...
Did you know? About one in 10 people in the U.S. experience tinnitus—a ringing in the ears without an identifiable outside source—regularly. Tinnitus ranges from occasional and mild to frequent and severe. The Hearing Health Foundation reports that up to 16 million people in the U.S. have sought medical help for their tinnitus. Along with hearing loss, tinnitus is one of the most frequent disabilities service people experience. While tinnitus is ...
When we hear the word “cholesterol,” we often think of it as a negative. But the reality is: Cholesterol in and of itself isn’t bad. But high cholesterol, on the other hand, can be dangerous and increases your risk of developing multiple health conditions. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville sheds some light on the topic. What Is High Cholesterol? Well, first let’s talk about cholesterol itself. Cholesterol is ...
We are all familiar with the discomforts of feeling stressed. Whether our stress is related to work, education or general life circumstances, it is normal to feel a bit overwhelmed at times. While it is a normal fact of life, the prolonged impacts of stress can be detrimental to your health. Through managing stress and understanding its impacts on the body, you can more efficiently keep yourself healthy and stress-free—which is why the AFC ...
If you know that you have come into contact with poison ivy, treating it immediately can significantly lessen the impact it has on you. While not everyone is allergic to poison ivy, around 85% of the population is—so if you are unsure if you are allergic or think you might be, it is best to act fast to reduce the severity of the rash. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville ...
Gov. Bill Lee lifted the state’s stay-at-home order at the beginning of May. Businesses began to reopen, and “normal” life began to resume. But while the numbers of COVID-19 cases have leveled off some in recent weeks in most of Tennessee, it’s still important to be taking precautions to protect yourself and your family. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to share some insight. What’s My Risk ...
The answer to that question is yes. But why? The sun is shining more often these days in east Tennessee and the temperatures are rising steadily into the 90s. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to offer some insight into the effects of the sun and how to protect your skin. Is the Sun Really That Dangerous? The sun emits ultraviolet rays with two types—ultraviolet A and ultraviolet B ...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that around 795,000 Americans experience a stroke each year. Are you at risk to be one of them? During American Stroke Awareness Month this May, our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to share some information about your risk when it comes to a stroke, as well as steps you can take to help prevent a stroke. Am I at Risk for a Stroke? The ...
Have you been spending most of your time indoors due to staying at home and social distancing? While both have been important to help us flatten the curve, it is still vital that we are getting outside for a breath of fresh air and vitamin D—even if it is in our own backyard! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants you to know the importance of getting vitamin D on a daily basis ...
We are all understanding more and more the importance of staying at home in order to stay safe. However, just because we are at home, it doesn’t mean that we will not need medical care. You may still need quality health care for non-emergency medical issues during this time of social distancing. Fortunately, our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville now offers the quality health care you need in the comfort of your own ...
You might have heard the phrase, The eyes are the windows to your soul. Your eyes play such an important role, not only allowing you to see the world around you but also providing clues about your overall health and wellness. We should all do what we can to protect our eye health, particularly as we age. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to share some insight into eye health ...
With all the things on your to-do list, you may not be putting yourself and your needs on it at all. But not investing valuable time in protecting your physical and mental health can be dangerous for your health in the long run. Self-care, or the act of taking care of yourself, is an important part of protecting your overall health. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville shares some insight. Why ...
If you aren't getting enough sleep on a regular basis, you aren't alone! In fact, one in three American adults report not getting enough sleep on a regular basis—and around 70% of adults have trouble sleeping at least one night a month. Not getting enough sleep can place you at an increased risk of many serious health conditions, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to share some ...
We all have those moments in life where our blood pressure rises, especially when we are in a heated argument, feel stressed about a tight deadline or just feel overwhelmed. While small spurts of high blood pressure are normal and to be expected, when it becomes an everyday issue, it is time to take action! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to share some insight into what high blood pressure is and how ...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans, causing one in four deaths. It doesn’t discriminate either, affecting both men and women. During American Heart Month this February, our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to share some tips on taking better care of your heart health! Why Is Heart Health Important? Your heart is responsible for pumping oxygenated blood to the rest of the organs in your body. If it ...
During the winter season, you just never know what kind of weather we are going to get in the Knoxville area. However, one thing is a given in an east Tennessee winter—there will be less hours of daylight and a good number of gray, gloomy days! That means less exposure to the sunlight that provides us with a natural source of vitamin D. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get the vitamin ...
Who wants to be stuck at home with pneumonia? No one. Yet according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 250,000 people have to seek care in a hospital due to pneumonia each year. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville doesn't want you to be one of them, which is why we want you to learn the ways you can try to prevent pneumonia this year, as well as ...
Are you feeling the chill? It's definitely cold this time of year in the Knoxville area. But how does it impact our health? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants you to learn how the cold weather can affect your health, as well as ways to build a stronger immune system this time of year. How Does the Cold Weather Take a Toll on Your Health? The colder weather can have both good ...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—until the flu season arrives! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants you to know how you can combat the flu 2020 as soon as possible in case it finds you, as well as steps you can take to prevent the flu this season! What Is the Flu? The flu—also known as influenza—is a virus that attacks a person’s respiratory system. There ...
It's beginning to look a lot like Thanksgiving! While you might be gearing up for the pecan pie and all the Thanksgiving Day fixings, it is important that you also keep your health in mind this holiday season. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville wants to share some tips about how you can enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday while also sticking to your healthy habits. What Steps Can You Take to Improve Your Health ...
