Infectious mononucleosis is the fancier, medical term for what we all know as “mono.” Mono is a viral illness that usually affects teens and young adults, and it causes symptoms like extreme fatigue and a fever. Our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team shares other helpful info on mono below, so keep reading! What Causes Mono? Mono can be caused by a variety of viruses, but the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is the most common cause ...
The CDC has recently stated that “breakthrough” omicron infections are expected, but why? Vaccine efficiency against omicron is poorer, according to experts, due to omicron’s mutations, which make it more transmissible than previous variants and more able to resist the passive immunity gained from vaccination. But aren’t vaccines supposed to help? They are, as explained by our AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte team below. What Should I Know About Breakthrough Infections? A breakthrough ...
