Did you know? More than 35 million people living in the United States experience sinusitis, commonly known as a sinus infection, at least once a year. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to help you recognize the signs of a sinus infection as soon as possible, as well as how to treat a sinus infection so that you can get back to your normal routine sooner rather than later. How Do You Get ...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year to gather around the holiday table with friends, family and food! Since food is a major theme of the holiday season, it is important to ensure it is cooked thoroughly and that leftovers are chilled immediately, as the last thing you want this season is food poisoning. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville is here to offer you tips on how you can combat food ...
We’re right in the middle of cold and flu season. Are you taking steps to protect your family this year? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to share some insight about the common cold and how to tell the difference between a cold and the flu. What Causes a Common Cold? Just like the flu, the common cold is a virus. Because it’s viral in nature, it cannot be effectively treated ...
There are a number of health observances recognized in November, including Bladder Health Month. During this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants you to know how you can start taking action to improve your bladder health. Read on as we offer some perspective! Who Is Most at Risk of Experiencing Bladder Issues? Anyone can experience a bladder issue at any time. However, there are some people who are more at risk of ...
November is known as Bladder Health Month. In recognition of this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants you to know how you can better care for your bladder health, as well as foods you should skip when it comes to avoiding irritating your bladder. What Is the Bladder? The bladder is a small sac that stores urine. It’s located in the pelvis, just behind the pelvic bone. The muscular walls of ...
When it comes to staying healthy this winter, one of the most important things you can do is get your flu shot. Not only will getting your flu shot help reduce your chances of getting sick, but it will also help the entire community be healthier as it reduces the spread of the disease. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville shares why the flu shot is such a great prevention method ...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 11,000 people living in the United States are diagnosed with invasive group A strep disease every year. So not only do you need to be on guard for the flu virus this year, but you also need to keep an eye out for strep throat. It’s a very common and contagious illness, so our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to ...
You have heard it at least once by now—you cannot pour from an empty cup. That’s why me-time is so vitally important, because it gives you an opportunity to rest and restore. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to share some insight about the benefits of time for yourself and ideas for carving out the time you need. Why Is Solitude Important? Let’s face it. Life can get pretty crazy ...
As the summer months begin to end and a new fall season is upon us, it is important to make sure that while the summer season is about to go away, our healthy habits do not. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to make sure you continue on your healthy habits—or start some new ones—this fall. Read on as we offer some tips. How Can I Make Sure to Obtain Enough ...
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, approximately 30.3 million people living in the United States have diabetes. Are you one of them? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants you to be aware of the early signs of diabetes so that you can seek medical attention as soon as possible for a treatment plan to get you back to living your life! What Is the Main Cause ...
A new school year is just around the corner, and you know what that means—a new fall sports season! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to offer you tips on how you can prevent injuries this sports season so that your young athlete can have fun and stay in the game injury-free! What Are Some of the Benefits of Playing Sports as a Child? There is more to a sport than playing ...
Can you believe it is already time to start talking about going back to school? It seems like the summer just began. But the reality is, that August 14th first day of school for Sevier County is right around the corner. Fortunately, there are a few summer weeks left. However, within those weeks, you are going to want to do all you can to prepare your child to go back to school. Our team at ...
No one wants to worry about bug bites during the summer season. All they want to be able to do is go outside and have some fun! But we live and work near the Smoky Mountains—and we know that there are bugs out there everywhere! That makes bug bites and stings a very real reality, especially during the summer. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to offer some perspective ...
Swimming is a favorite summer pastime. However, it can also come with a few dangers. Fortunately, with the proper precautions, swimming can be fun and injury-free! That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville is here to share a few tips about swimming and water safety to kick the season off right. Is It Safe to Swim By Yourself? Even if you are a professional swimmer, swimming is an activity that should never ...
According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, more than 50 million people experience allergies every year, making them the sixth leading cause of chronic illness among Americans. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to offer some tips on how you can tackle allergies this year in order to have a fun and relaxing summer! Am I Suffering From Allergies or a Cold? Cold and allergy symptoms can be very similar, making ...
The summer season is right around the corner! Chances are that most of your days, if possible, will be spent outdoors rather than inside. And who can blame you? However, our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to make sure that you are staying as protected as possible outside so that you reduce your risk of skin cancer now and in the future. What Are My Chances of Getting Skin Cancer? According to the ...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around one out of every three Americans are not getting the sleep they need each night. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to share how you can get your family on a better sleep schedule during Family Wellness Month this May. Why Is Sleep So Important? Sleep isn’t just important for our physical health. It is vital for our mental ...
Stress can happen on any day at any moment. You get in a fight with a loved one. You have additional work placed on you at your job. An unexpected medical issues arises. It can happen at any time. Fortunately, there are ways you can better handle stress so that it doesn’t have a negative impact on your health. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville is here to offer some stress management techniques ...
Did you resolve to eat better in 2019? How’s that resolution going? Most people want to eat healthier, but when it comes down to it, don’t really know what’s involved in eating healthy. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants to offer some perspective. How Can I Start Changing My Eating Habits? Start small. Consider an area where you can make an easy change. For example, do you ...
Your young athlete already had his or her annual wellness exam for the year, so a sports physical for spring season isn’t needed, right? Wrong! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville wants you to know that there is a difference between an annual wellness exam and a sports physical so that you understand clearly why both are still needed. Why Is a Sports Physical Important? Before your young athlete hits the field, it ...
