Spring is here already—can you believe it? We are ready to embrace the warmer temperatures and beautiful sunny days, but those of us who experience seasonal allergies are not excited for the pollen! Seasonal allergies tend to reappear in the spring time as pollen from trees, flowers and weeds is more prevalent in the air. Thankfully, seasonal allergies aren’t life-threatening, but they can still be annoying. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team wants ...
The healthcare industry has certainly gone through some major shifts over the past few years. The pandemic changed the way we operated in virtually every way—literally! The pandemic’s emergency status is set to expire in May, and while that is good news, it will also change the way telemedicine operates. Thankfully, things won’t really change too much around here. The benefits of an in-person visit to AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah can’t ...
Ear pain can be caused by many different things, ranging from minor inconveniences to severe infections. If you start to notice mild pain or a feeling of pressure in your inner ear, keep an eye on your symptoms. One common reason for ear aches is an ear infection. If you are concerned about your ear pain, don’t hesitate to come in to see us for an evaluation. Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team explains ...
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 Ooltewah, 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 ...
Are you dreaming of the warm summer months? We sure are! While we wait out the rest of this winter with the hope of spring on the horizon, it is important to check in with your mental health from time to time. Mild bouts of sadness or feelings of occasional loneliness are typically just a part of life, but lingering or worsening feelings could indicate an emerging seasonal affective disorder diagnosis. Our connection to the ...
What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers. What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...
Both bronchitis and pneumonia share similar symptoms, so it can be hard to tell on your own what you are suffering from. While you may know that a deep cough that produces mucus might indicate a lung infection, we have the tools and equipment necessary to provide you with a more accurate diagnosis. If left untreated, bronchitis and pneumonia can turn into more severe infections that are actually life threatening. This is why it is ...
The winter season has a lot of perks, but the spike in viral infections is not one of them. When the temperatures drop, viruses like the common cold and influenza tend to spike and linger throughout the entire season. When you start feeling ill, it can be hard to determine what you are suffering from on your own. We can help! Our AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah team can help diagnose your condition, and we can ...
Influenza is making the rounds, and the cold and flu season is in full swing in the new year already. Because of this, it is important to refresh your memory about the most common symptoms and some treatment options if the flu enters your home this season. We want your entire family to stay healthy this year! If you haven’t yet, come see us for your annual flu shot. In addition, check out our ...
If you or someone in your family is fighting off an illness, chances are that a fever may make an appearance. Fevers are a natural reaction to illness in our bodies, so seeing a high temperature on a thermometer should not be an immediate cause for concern. Not all fevers can make you feel sick, so even if you officially have a fever, you don’t necessarily need to treat it unless you are experiencing ...
<img src="https://www.afcurgentcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/AFC-Urgent-Care-Ooltewah-Tennessee-Flu-Shot.jpg" alt="Do I Need a Flu Shot Every Year?"><p>When the weather gets colder, the flu becomes much more prevalent and widespread. While some people will only experience mild symptoms, others can become seriously ill and even be at risk of death due to complications.</p> <p>We are so grateful that the flu vaccine exists! It has been effective against the flu for over 50 years, and a shot is recommended every year to protect you from serious illness. Read on as our AFC Urgent ...
When you are pregnant, there is so much on your mind. Planning, preparing, dreaming about your child and taking care of yourself can occupy your entire day! Along with all of the preparation comes an increase in bodily changes. With so much change happening in your body, a resulting symptom like headaches can be common throughout each trimester. While most headaches are only a minor nuisance, some can indicate a serious problem called preeclampsia. Our ...
Being a parent is certainly a hard job! In addition to taking care of your children on a daily basis, the cold and flu season brings extra challenges to your home. One illness in particular that worries many parents is respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. While anyone can contract RSV, it is especially dangerous to infants, small children and those who are immunocompromised. If your little one starts to exhibit some cold-like symptoms, it may ...
We owe a lot of our improved health in the last century to the development of antibiotics. They are an incredibly effective tool at tackling certain illnesses, and they reduce the rate of death due to infection complications significantly. But it is important to know that they are only helpful against bacterial infections, so you need to know what illness you are suffering from in order to seek the appropriate treatment. Read on to get ...
If you find yourself in a particular dizzy spell, it can be unpleasant to get up and move around! Feeling off-balance can make daily life difficult. When you have vertigo, that sensation is increased greatly and can be debilitating. Vertigo is much more than just a simple case of being dizzy. Your entire world and surroundings will feel like they are moving and it can make it impossible to get around or move your head ...
Scoliosis can be an uncomfortable and painful condition that affects the entire body. If you have scoliosis, it means that your spine is more curved than it should be. The vertebrae that support your back are typically interlocked in a straight line, but if you have scoliosis, your spine is “S” or “C” shaped. The majority of scoliosis cases don’t have a known cause, so the best course of treatment is usually symptom management ...
Discussing your sexual health may not be at the top of your list of favorite topics of conversation, but it is incredibly important to your overall health! Sexually transmitted diseases are very common in the United States, so know that you are not alone if you think you may have contracted an STD. If your partner tells you that he or she has an STD after you have been together for a while or if ...
Keeping your kids active is one of the best things you can do for them. If your child has an asthma diagnosis, it is even more important to foster a healthy relationship with exercise. While it can seem scary to watch your child run around knowing that an attack could happen at any moment, there are ways that you can reduce that risk every day! We can help support a positive relationship between your child ...
