Recent Blog Posts

When Should You Go to Urgent Care for a Respiratory Infection?

We’ve all felt it coming on, the scratchy throat, stuffy nose, congestion, and fatigue associated with a respiratory infection. You could be out enjoying a beautiful winter’s day at Bigleaf Slopes Park or Mac Anderson Park and possibly even enjoy some sledding if it snows but later feel more exhausted and run down than normal. Often, these are the first symptoms of an upper respiratory infection, also known as a URI. Respiratory infections ...

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When a Cold Becomes Serious: Urgent Care Warning Signs

Winter in Statesville is the season of sniffles, sore throats, and lingering coughs, whether you’re catching up with friends at Twisted Oak American Bar & Grill or competing in a lively game of bowling at Pla Mor Lanes with family, no one has time for a cold that just won’t go away. While most colds clear up within a week or two, symptoms that just won’t resolve can be frustrating and concerning. Is ...

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Abdominal Pain Explained: Indigestion or Pancreatitis?

Overeating during the holidays, especially if you are indulging in a great meal at The Quarter-Statesville, is common, but having nagging digestive upset and pain afterwards is not. How do you know if your symptoms are normal or if you need to seek medical care and treatment? This blog will help you understand the differences between indigestion and pancreatitis, what the symptoms for each are, and when to seek an AFC urgent care center for ...

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Staying Well During Flu Season: What to Watch For and When to Seek Urgent Care.

Every flu season is different, and this year’s is already shaping up to be an active one. Whether out shopping downtown in Statesville or going to eat with family and friends at the area’s best restaurants, catching the flu is an unfortunate possibility. If you’ve started feeling run-down or you’re trying to stay ahead of the virus, AFC Urgent Care is here to help you recognize symptoms early, get fast testing ...

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Recent Blogs

Why Are My Mosquito Bites Dark Red? Bite Prevention, Relief, & Skeeter Syndrome

Summer in North Carolina tends to fill calendars quickly. Longer evenings, outdoor events, neighborhood gatherings, local shopping, and spontaneous plans after work ...

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Is It Heat Exhaustion or Heat Stroke? Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options in Statesville, NC

Summer is a busy season across Statesville and Iredell County, with families spending more time outdoors enjoying local attractions, youth sports, community ...

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How Can You Prevent Firework Injuries in Statesville, NC?

Summer in Statesville brings cookouts, lake weekends, baseball games, and Fourth of July celebrations that bring families together across Iredell County. Whether ...

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