Recent Blog Posts

How Can I Stay Hydrated and Prevent Heat-Related Illness During a Heat Wave?

Summer in Southwest Charlotte can turn hot quickly. Between outdoor workouts, yard work, kids’ activities, and afternoons spent exploring Charlotte, it’s easy to underestimate how much heat your body is handling. During a heat wave, that risk increases even more.Staying hydrated isn’t just about drinking water when you feel thirsty. When temperatures climb, your body loses fluids through sweat, and replacing those fluids consistently can help prevent dehydration and heat-related illnesses. Why ...

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Where Can I Get a Same-Day School or Sports Physical for My Student Athlete?

Back-to-school season has a way of sneaking up on families. One minute you’re shopping for backpacks and school supplies, and the next you’re realizing your child’s sports physical or school health form still needs to be completed. The good news? You don’t have to wait weeks for a primary care appointment to check it off your list.At AFC Southwest Charlotte, we offer same-day school and sports physicals to help students ...

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