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June Is Men's Health Month! | Sevierville, TN Walk-In Clinic

Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville takes men’s health seriously, and in honor of Men’s Health Month this month, we want to make sure men do, too! Man Up to A Healthier You! Men are notorious for not wanting to go to the doctor. In fact, one study found that three times as many men than women report not having seen a doctor in the last year. There are plenty of reasons ...

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Have Some Summer Fun in Sevierville! | Sevierville, TN Walk-In Clinic

Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants you all to have the best summer yet! And our area is packed with activities to suit every family. What’s the First Thing on Your List? Our area has so many fun activities to do throughout the summer, how do you choose which one to do first? For starters, you can have some fun in the sky with the various air, helicopter and balloon tours within ...

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Why a Fad Diet Isn’t the Answer to Your Weight-Loss Goals | Sevierville, TN Walk-In Clinic

Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville knows: We all want the weight to come off as fast as it came on over the years. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case, which is why many of us turn to fad diets in the hopes that weight loss will happen as quickly and as painlessly as possible. But those fad diets aren’t the way to go. Are Fad Diets Too Good to be True? We ...

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First Aid Tips for Spring | Pigeon Forge, TN Walk-In Clinic

The team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville understands how much you and your loved ones want to be outside now that the weather is warming up—and we don’t blame you! However, with being outdoors more comes health risks, such as strains and sprains, cuts, and insect bites. While you shouldn’t allow these things to keep you indoors, you should educate yourself and your family on the proper first-aid responses should an accident ...

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Timing Is Everything for Working Out | Gatlinburg, TN Walk-In Clinic

The weather is warming up, which means you can now take your workout outdoors. However, our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to help you figure out whether that exercise routine should happen in the morning or later in the day. What do you think? The Best Time Is What Works for You It has gone back and forth and back and forth for years. First, they say exercise in the morning is most ...

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Remain Safe During a Storm | Gatlinburg, TN Walk-In Clinic

Timely and Helpful Health Articles from your Gatlinburg TN Area, Urgent Care Walk-In Clinic Now that our area is moving from one season to another, AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants you to know how to stay safe during severe weather this spring. March Storms Bring April Flowers Although your odds of being struck by lightning at some point in your life are slim (1 in 12,000), why risk it? If you can hear thunder ...

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The Health Benefits of Reading | Pigeon Forge TN

Helpful, Healthy, and Timely articles from your Pigeon Forge Urgent Care Walk-In Clinic March 2 is “Read Across America Day,” and our team here at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to tell you about the health benefits of reading! As Dr. Seuss said, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” However, reading also brings a number of other benefits, including ...

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Get in the 'Meal Planning' Zone! | AFC Urgent Care Sevierville TN

Helpful, Healthy, and quick to read articles from your Sevierville TN AFC Urgent Care Walk-In Clinic Does this sound familiar? You have the best intentions to make your family a healthy meal each and every night. However, at the end of the day, the last thing you feel like doing is slaving away in the kitchen. Fortunately, there’s a way for you to provide healthy dinners for your family while avoiding spending hours in ...

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Have a (Heart) Happy Valentine's Day! Urgent Care | Sevierville TN

Happy Valentine’s Day from your Sevierville TN, AFC Urgent Care Walk-In Clinic Love is in the air, as it should be. It’s the month of love, after all. And with Valentine’s Day around the corner and American Heart Month going on all month long, why not mix the two together in order to have a heart-healthy Valentine’s Day on the 14th? Enjoy a Healthy Heart If you’ve been in a ...

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How Long Will Your Resolutions Last? Pigeon Forge Urgent Care

AFC Urgent Care & Walk-In Clinic serving Pigeon Forge TN When many people make their resolutions for the new year, they do so while in the back of their mind thinking, “I wonder how long I will last this year?” Well, get yourself ready, because this year, you’re aiming for all 12 months! Stick to Your Resolutions The first question you need to ask yourself when it comes to your resolutions is this: Who exactly ...

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Improve Your Mood | Walk-In Clinic Gatlinburg TN

Now that the holidays have come to an end, a cloud can appear over your head since all the holiday laughter and cheer has come to an end. Don’t let the end of one holiday season ruin the brand-new year! Instead, turn that frown upside down, and start each day of 2017 off in a better mood! Wear Your Smile Proud Sure, not every day is going to be a wonderful day. But you ...

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Tis the Season to Help! – Urgent Care | Sevierville TN

To say our community has been given an obstacle to overcome is an understatement. Homes, loved ones and cherished memories have been lost due to the recent wildfires that swept over our beautiful mountains. What it didn’t do was tear us down. Instead, as a community, we’ve pulled together and continue, even today, to turn to our neighbor and say, “What can I do to help?” How to Help We’re grateful to ...

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Take Better Care of Yourself | Gatlinburg Walk-In Clinic

Not that any time is really a good time to be sick, but the holidays seem to be the worst time to fall ill. Between school plays, last-minute year-end work deadlines, family gatherings, etc., there’s absolutely no time to be sick. Fortunately, if you do find yourself feeling a little under the weather, there are some things you can do to help improve your physical (and mental) health. Get Back to Feeling Like Yourself ...

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How (and Why) to Build Muscle | Pigeon Forge Walk-In Clinic

Thousands of Americans joining Crossfit, MMA and other such extreme sports to test their physical endurance and stamina. However, muscle can be great for much more than simply athletic events, as strong muscles lead to a decreased risk of injury, better heart health and even improved mental functions. Here are three ways to build muscle today: 1) Increase Calories This seems counterintuitive, but if you’re trying to build muscle, you need fuel. Now, this ...

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Why Choose AFC Urgent Care?

AFC Urgent Care / Family Care is proud to offer industry-leading, customer-loved urgent care for your entire family. With the opening of our new Sevierville location, we’re proud to be serving this community and caring for you and your neighbors. So, why should you choose AFC Urgent Care / Family Care for your healthcare needs? Well, the answer is simple: AFC provides urgent care at the speed of your life. At AFC, our team of board-certified ...

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Could Your Mosquito Bite Be an Allergic Reaction? | AFC Sevierville

Summer in Sevierville means spending more time outdoors, whether you're exploring Sevierville City Park or enjoying the scenic trails at Wear ...

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Beat the Heat Before It Becomes an Emergency

Learn how to spot the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and when to visit AFC Sevierville for treatment. From ...

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Could It Be Allergies or COVID-19? | AFC Sevierville

Unsure if your symptoms are caused by seasonal allergies or COVID-19? Learn to tell the difference and when to seek care at ...

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