Recent Blog Posts

What Is Mono and What Are the Symptoms?

So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Oak Ridge 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 ...

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Recent Blogs

Why Are My Mosquito Bites Still Itchy? Bite Relief, Prevention & Skeeter Syndrome

Summer in Oak Ridge has a rhythm to it. Longer evenings, outdoor events, neighborhood gatherings, shopping trips, and weekends spent exploring local ...

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Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: When Should You Visit Urgent Care?

Summer in Oak Ridge brings plenty of opportunities to stay active. Whether you’re attending community events around Historic Jackson Square, visiting ...

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How Can Families Stay Safe Around Fireworks?

There’s something special about summer evenings in Oak Ridge. As July approaches, neighborhoods throughout the area begin preparing for cookouts, patriotic ...

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