It’s that time of year again when illnesses are running rampant, kids are coming home sick from school, and you are opening yet another email about the spread of a new illness making its way through your child’s classroom. The fall and winter seasons are great for many things, but not for illnesses. One category of illnesses that are particularly frustrating for parents is upper respiratory infection. They can make your kids feel ...
If you are an overall healthy person and don’t often get sick, that is amazing! Your health is your greatest asset, and you should never take it for granted. That said, getting sick is not always preventable, and even if you have a history of staying healthy during this time of year, it is not a guarantee. The flu, COVID-19 and strep throat are all around us all of the time, so the chance ...
As a prominent care provider of accessible primary care, urgent care, and occupational medicine services nationwide, American Family Care (AFC) is uniquely positioned to guide and educate the public on pertinent health issues, such as the FDA’s recent decisions on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine. The FDA held a Non-Prescription Drug Advisory Committee meeting on September 11-12, 2023, to deliberate on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine as an active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) cough ...
Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal Home remedies for warts might not be as effective as you hope, so we recommend seeing an urgent care doctor for wart removal to treat these pesky growths at their source. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can appear almost anywhere on the body, causing both physical discomfort and self-consciousness. This article takes you through everything you need to know about ...
Cold and flu season is here, there is no denying that. We encourage everyone in the Mooresville area to get plenty of rest, eat well and take care of yourself during this time of year. While focusing on your health and wellness can go a long way toward keeping you healthy, illnesses can creep in when we least expect them. COVID-19, strep throat and the flu are all possibilities as we head into the colder ...
The back-to-school season is stressful enough with all of the work, activities, homework and practices to organize, so it can be even more stressful when your child starts to complain about being sick. We all know that cold and flu season is right around the corner, but his or her illness being COVID-19 is also a possibility. Cases are rising around us, and kids and adults are all vulnerable to contracting it. Our AFC Urgent ...
Sports Physicals: Getting Ready to Go Back to School Before hitting the field, court, or track, there's a crucial checkpoint that ensures the well-being of our student-athletes: sports physicals. These check-ups are a proactive approach to safeguarding the health and performance of young athletes. They not only fulfill school and sports league requirements but also serve as a comprehensive assessment to detect and prevent potential health issues. Pre-Register The Importance of Sports Physicals Physicals ...
Now that your kids are back in school, chances are that you have either had an illness sweep through your house already or one will be on the horizon in the coming weeks or months. That’s just what happens at this time of year when everyone gets back together to learn once more. Many different illnesses and conditions can be floating around at any given time, and one of the most common symptoms associated ...
We are the experts in testing, evaluating and diagnosing patients! We do it all day every day so we know a thing or two about common illnesses and classic symptoms. However, certain conditions can be harder to recognize right away without a little more investigation. That’s where diagnostic tools like our X-ray machine and lab come into play! Using these state-of-the-art machines and equipment helps us dig deeper into your condition to provide you ...
I Have an STD, But I'm Not Sexually Active If you have contracted a sexually transmitted disease (STD) but are not sexually active, there are a few reasons why this could be the case. "STD" refers to the constellation of diseases that result from a sexually transmitted infection (STI). For example, cervical cancer is an STD from the STI of HPV. Though it is possible to contract an STI even if you are not ...
If you smoke and want to quit, we are already proud of you for wanting to take steps toward a healthier life. It may be one of the more challenging things you ever do, but the rewards greatly offset the cost of a lifetime of smoking. Smoking is one of those addictive habits that negatively impacts your life in a multitude of ways, and it can even be the catalyst for developing cancer later in ...
Getting sick is a normal part of life, and for most people, it happens a few times every year. Colds, the flu or strep throat appear with some very obvious symptoms of illness, and you will most likely know right away that you are getting sick. STDs, or sexually transmitted diseases, are a bit trickier to navigate. This is because you could have one and not show any symptoms or feel sick at all! Routine ...
We love summertime here in the Mooresville area. The sun, water and abundance of family fun make it a wonderful time of year. One thing that is not so fun is the arrival of bugs, specifically ticks. Finding a tick on yourself after a day spent outside can be really frustrating! You should work on removing the entire tick as soon as you discover it on your body to reduce your risk for Lyme disease ...
Living an active lifestyle is encouraged throughout your life, but that also means opening yourself up to the possibility of injury while you are going about your day. Injuries can happen anywhere, from a fall in the bathroom to a trip down the stairs. As you pick yourself up off the floor, a searing pain in your wrist or ankle can have you wondering the extent of your injury. Minor injuries like sprains or bruises ...
There is no doubt about it—life is busy. While your days are full of meal prep, work, chauffeuring your kids around and helping with homework, it can be easy to just fall into a routine of sitting on the couch in the evening in front of the TV. While we all need to destress and relax after work, there are other things you can do that are relaxing as well as challenging your body ...
If you have a broken bone or a fracture, urgent care may be able to help. Learn the different types of fractures (broken bones), what we treat, and when to go to the ER vs. urgent care. How Do You Know a Bone is Broken? Every year, millions of people break a bone. Broken bones typically result from a trauma like a fall, car accident, or sports injury. Medical conditions such as osteoporosis or repetitive ...
A cancer diagnosis is always scary and can feel overwhelming no matter what type of cancer you are diagnosed with. While some cancers can go undetected for a long time, thankfully many cases will show signs that indicate something is amiss. One of the indications that further investigation is required is when you discover a change to your skin or an evolving mole. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team wants you to know the signs ...
With the huge spike in influenza cases this season, there is a high chance that you will become exposed to the virus at some point this year. If you are exposed and you either don’t have your flu shot or your body cannot fight off the virus, you will start to feel sick pretty quickly. We are sorry that you aren’t feeling your best! Since the flu is a viral illness, the best ...
Physical for sports exams, also known as pre-participation physical examinations (PPEs), help determine whether a person is physically fit to participate in organized sports activities. This physical exam aims to identify any possible medical conditions that could put the athlete at risk for severe injury or illness during practice or competition. Sports physicals are typically done annually, though some states may require more frequent exams based on age and the type of sport being played ...
If you have ever had a salmonella infection before, you know how unpleasant they can be! Salmonella bacteria infect the intestinal tract and can cause gastrointestinal symptoms that are really frustrating to deal with. Salmonella infections are a type of food poisoning you can contract when you come into contact with contaminated food or water. It often shares similar symptoms with common stomach bugs, so it can be hard to tell the difference on your ...
