As the calendar begins to shift toward fall, it’s easy to assume the risk of sunburn disappears along with summer. However, anyone who has lived in Southeast Tennessee knows that’s rarely the case. Warm afternoons, high UV levels, and plenty of sunshine often linger well into the season, making it just as important to protect your skin during early fall as it is in the middle of July. Whether you’re planning a ...
As the school year gets underway in Ooltewah, many families are still finishing those last few back-to-school tasks. Between adjusting to new routines, attending parent meetings, and getting kids to football practice or band rehearsal, it’s easy to realize a required physical is still on the to-do list. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend weeks waiting for an appointment. At AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah, families can walk in for school and sports physicals ...
There is something about this time of year that makes it hard to stay indoors. Between longer evenings, backyard projects, outdoor festivals, camping trips, and weekends spent exploring Ooltewah; summer tends to fill the calendar quickly. The downside? More time outdoors means more chances to come home with an unexpected rash. If you have ever finished a day outside only to notice itching, redness, or small blisters a day or two later, poison plants may ...
Summer in Ooltewah means spending more time outdoors. Whether your plans include evenings on the patio, youth sports, neighborhood cookouts, outdoor shopping, community events, or simply taking advantage of longer daylight hours, East Tennessee summers tend to keep people moving. While summer events are fun, mosquito bites are often an annoying consequence to being outdoors in the South. However, most mosquito bites are harmless. They itch, swell a little, and disappear after a few days ...
Summer in Ooltewah offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re attending events at the Imagination Station, shopping and dining around Cambridge Square, cheering on local athletes during summer sports programs, or spending time with family throughout Collegedale and Apison, warm weather is a big part of life in Hamilton County. However, Southeast Tennessee summers also bring periods of intense heat and humidity that can increase the risk of dehydration and heat-related ...
Summer in Ooltewah is filled with long evenings outdoors, neighborhood cookouts, lake weekends, and patriotic celebrations throughout the Chattanooga area. From gatherings near Cambridge Square to family outings around Enterprise South Nature Park, the Fourth of July is one of the most anticipated holidays of the summer. This year feels even more exciting as communities prepare to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Families throughout Ooltewah are planning backyard barbecues, fireworks displays, and festive gatherings that ...
Springtime in Ooltewah means golf outings, hiking trails, youth sports, and weekends spent enjoying the natural beauty of Southeast Tennessee. Families often head to Enterprise South Nature Park for walking and biking trails, while others spend afternoons exploring nearby Harrison Bay or enjoying outdoor shopping and dining around Cambridge Square. As the temperatures warm up, however, tick season becomes an important concern for anyone spending time outside. Ticks are extremely common throughout Tennessee during spring ...
From spending time outdoors at Imagination Station to staying active in your day-to-day routine, life in the Ooltewah area offers plenty of opportunities for both recreation and unexpected mishaps. Whether it’s a fall while enjoying the outdoors, a burn while cooking at home, or a sudden injury during a busy day, accidents can happen when you least expect them. In these situations, having a strong understanding of first aid basics can make a meaningful ...
When the weather finally warms up, it’s hard to resist the urge to get outside and start working in the yard. Whether you’re planting things purchased from Ace Hardware, digging, lifting, or pulling weeds, gardening is a great way to stay active and enjoy the fresh air. But after a slower winter season, jumping straight into yard work can put extra stress on your body especially your back, knees, shoulders, and wrists. It ...
With more sunlight, blooming plants, and comfortable temperatures, spring naturally draws people outdoors. It’s a season filled with activity: cheering on your favorite team at the Summit of Softball Complex, family outings to ride bikes at Enterprise South, and time spent enjoying the fresh air. While these moments are part of what makes the season so enjoyable, they can also come with an increased risk of falls or head injuries. And when a bump ...
Spring brings longer days, warmer sunshine, and plenty of reasons to get outside. It’s the season for planting flowers you’ve recently purchased from Ooltewah Nursery, opening the windows to let your house breathe, shopping around the plaza at Cambridge Square, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon in the backyard. But along with blooming trees and fresh-cut grass comes something many people know all too well, spring pollen. As pollen counts rise, symptoms like ...
Whether you’re trying to enjoy a rare warm winter’s day with your kids on a neighborhood playground like Imagination Station Playground or visiting a local jump park such as Sky Zone Trampoline Park to get rid of cabin fever, being aware of germs and illnesses may not be your primary concern. However, with the latest uptick of measles cases across the country, it may be a good idea to refresh your understanding of ...
After the hustle and bustle of the holidays, meeting up with friends, visiting with relatives, gift exchanges, and lots of great food; winter can seem never ending. The nights are longer, the weather is colder, and even though you may be embracing that New Years resolution to visit the local gym or get more steps in at Enterprise South Nature Park; your mood may be low. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression ...
During the winter months, many people try to find ways to stay entertained but out of the elements. One activity many turn to is going to see a movie. There are many movie theaters such as Regal Hamilton Place advertising new films for us to enjoy while eating popcorn in the comfortable, warm seats of the theater. However, public spaces, including movies, can also increase your risk of catching illnesses like norovirus, commonly known as ...
Whether you’re grabbing groceries at Publix, attending a local school event, working out at Workout Anytime Ooltewah, or enjoying a community gathering, everyday activities can increase your exposure to viruses like COVID-19. While many people think of COVID as only a respiratory illness, some infections begin differently; sometimes the symptoms include stomach issues. Understanding how COVID can affect your digestive system can help you recognize symptoms early and get the right care. If you ...
We’ve all felt it coming on, the scratchy throat, stuffy nose, congestion, and fatigue associated with a respiratory infection. You could be out enjoying a beautiful winter’s day in Renaissance Park and if you are lucky tubing down Cardboard Hill on some fresh snow but later feel more exhausted and run down than normal. Often, these are the first symptoms of an upper respiratory infection, also known as a URI. Respiratory infections are ...
Winter in Ooltewah is the season of sniffles, sore throats, and lingering coughs, whether you’re catching up with friends at 1885 Grill or competing in a lively game of golf at Top Golf with family, no one has time for a cold that just won’t go away. While most colds clear up within a week or two, symptoms that just won’t resolve can be frustrating and concerning. Is it simply a stubborn ...
Overeating during the holidays, especially if you are indulging in a great meal at Davis Wayne’s is common, but having nagging digestive upset and pain afterwards is not. How do you know if your symptoms are normal or if you need to seek medical care and treatment? This blog will help you understand the differences between indigestion and pancreatitis, what the symptoms for each are, and when to seek an AFC urgent care center ...
Every flu season is different, and this year’s is already shaping up to be an active one. Whether out shopping at Hamilton Place mall or going to eat with family and friends at Cambridge Square, catching the flu is an unfortunate possibility. If you’ve started feeling run-down or you’re trying to stay ahead of the virus, AFC Urgent Care is here to help you recognize symptoms early, get fast testing, and receive ...
Primary Care Vs. Urgent Care: What’s the Difference? Determining where to go to seek medical treatment can be confusing. Have you ever needed immediate medical care for something but weren’t sure where to go? Should you go to your primary care doctor? Would urgent care be the better option? Is it serious enough for the emergency room? Deciding whether or not to go to the Emergency Room is straightforward. ER care is needed ...
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