Recent Blog Posts

Urgent Care vs Emergency Room: The Key Differences

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 ...

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Who Is at Risk of Developing Seasonal Affective Disorder?

The winter season can affect us all differently. While some of us love the crisper air and winter activities, others dread the winter months. The change in season is also a time where it is more common to experience an increased feeling of sadness or loneliness. While being sad on occasion is just a part of life, persistent feelings of loneliness or lingering mood struggles can indicate a larger problem. Seasonal affective disorder affects about ...

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Will Untreated Strep Throat Cause Health Problems?

Did you know? There are between 11,000 and 13,000 strep throat cases in the U.S. every year. Thankfully, though, strep throat is highly treatable and typically isn’t a huge cause for concern. Even though it’s treatable, if strep throat is left untreated, it can cause potentially serious complications. Our AFC Urgent Care of Arden team provides some further information on strep throat and what can happen if it is left ...

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How Long Does It Take to Get Over the Flu?

If influenza has made its way into your home, we can feel your frustration! Even if you practice proper hand hygiene, get your flu shot and get quality sleep, there is always the chance that you could wind up sick. It can be especially frustrating and exhausting to have multiple people sick with the flu in your home at one time. If you are wondering how long to expect the flu to linger in your ...

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Recent Blogs

Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: How to Tell the Difference

Learn the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and when to visit AFC South Asheville for same-day care. Summer in ...

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Seasonal Allergies or COVID-19? How to Tell the Difference in South Asheville

Not sure if it’s allergies or COVID-19? Learn the key symptom differences and when to visit AFC South Asheville for testing ...

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How to Tell If Poison Ivy Needs Medical Attention

Our walk-in clinic can diagnose and treat poison ivy and other skin conditions. Find relief today at AFC South Asheville. Spending time ...

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