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Can I Avoid the Flu Without Getting the Flu Shot?

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 ...

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Urgent Care Experts Offer Alternatives to Phenylephrine

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 ...

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Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal

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 ...

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Can You Tell the Difference Between COVID-19 and Strep Throat?

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 ...

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Rash After Hiking? Know the Difference Between Poison Oak, Ivy, and Sumac

Learn tips to prevent and treat poison ivy, oak, and sumac rashes after hiking or outdoor play in Mooresville. In Mooresville, outdoor ...

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When Is It Time to Visit Urgent Care During Pollen Season?

Seasonal allergies don’t always stay mild. Learn when pollen symptoms may require urgent care and when it’s time to seek ...

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Am I Still Sick with the Flu if I Have No Fever?

Is it possible to have the flu without a fever? AFC has listed all the flu symptoms you should watch for & a ...

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