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 ...
While it is possible to develop lower back and leg pain from COVID, there are also several other causes. As experts in urgent healthcare services, AFC in Mooresville indicates why you might be experiencing back pain after COVID and explains some other reasons you might have lower back pain. Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID Lower back pain is a possible symptom of COVID-19. This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given ...
If you are one of the many millions of Americans who experience seasonal allergies, this current season is probably not your favorite. Spring is one of the most common seasons to suffer from seasonal allergy flare-ups due to the rise of pollen in the air. Seasonal allergies can range from being a minor nuisance to causing you to miss work or school due to being so miserable. If you are looking to find some reliable ...
So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Mooresville has answers, and treatment, for you. Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...
The healthcare industry has evolved to include telehealth urgent care, an innovative technology that has made it easier for people worldwide to access healthcare virtually. This medical service offers faster urgent care visits through virtual appointments, providing services from physical exams to diagnostics, which allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, providing care, support, and information from a distance. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with mobility or transportation issues, with busy schedules ...
Any time we notice a new ache or pain anywhere on our bodies, it can be concerning. After all, your health is your greatest asset! There could be many reasons for pain, including ear pain. A recent trip, seasonal allergies and even a change in elevation can cause discomfort. Ear pain can also be an indication of an ear infection, so it is important to understand more about how they begin and how you can ...
The ingenuity and determination of our community helped everyone navigate the pandemic over the last few years. You all rolled with the changes and accepted a new way of life to keep everyone as safe as possible! Now that the pandemic’s emergency status is set to expire in May, there are a few things that will go back to normal. There will be changes to the way that telemedicine is offered, for example. But ...
When you come to see us for a health evaluation, we often ask you how many hours of sleep you get at night. We aren’t trying to get too personal, but the answer you give us is really important! Sleep is a crucial bodily function that we need in order to support our entire bodies, both physically and mentally. Quality sleep helps us function at our best, maintain a proper weight and can even ...
Urgent care providers offer convenient, time-saving alternatives to visiting an emergency room for minor, non-life-threatening medical conditions. These healthcare centers typically have shorter wait times and offer services like X-rays, urgent treatment of colds and flu, sprains, strains, and fractures, on-site lab tests, and physicals. Urgent care centers provide efficient diagnoses of various health problems, ranging from minor to severe. Some are also equipped with on-site lab testing capabilities so that patients can get results ...
A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is a frustrating ailment that causes a runny nose, congestion, swollen and/or itching eyes, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms. While there isn’t necessarily a quick sinus infection cure, there are certainly ways that you can ease your discomfort and speed up your recovery. If you’re suffering from sinusitis, know that you aren’t alone; approximately 90% of patients with colds have an element of viral ...
Local urgent care centers in Mooresville, or family walk-in clinics, offer patients convenient and affordable urgent healthcare services. When you visit a family walk-in clinic, you can expect quick, quality care at a fraction of the cost of your local emergency room. Emergency rooms tend to be very busy and crowded and are associated with longer waiting times and higher fees. By going to a walk-in doctor’s office for a non-life-threatening illness or injury ...
