Walk-In Common Cold Treatment & Relief | AFC Urgent Care Thornton, CO

The common cold is a frequent visitor, affecting millions of Americans each year, and it
can strike at any time, not just during the winter months. While often less severe than the
flu, a cold can still leave you feeling unwell and disrupt your daily routine. At AFC Urgent
Care Thornton, we are dedicated to providing accessible and effective diagnosis and
treatment for the common cold, helping you get back to feeling your best quickly.

Understanding the Common Cold

The common cold is caused by a variety of viruses. Unlike the flu, it typically presents with
milder symptoms and is less likely to cause a fever.

Common Cold Symptoms We Treat

If you’re experiencing symptoms of a cold, AFC Urgent Care Thornton can help diagnose
your condition and provide relief. Common cold symptoms include:

• Sinus congestion
• Runny nose
• Headache
• Chest congestion and cough
• Fatigue/tiredness
• Sore throat
• No or very low fever (colds are less likely to cause a fever)

Our experienced medical providers can recommend and, if necessary, prescribe
medication to help ease your symptoms. Over-the-counter medications can also be
effective in targeting congestion, reducing fevers (if present), and minimizing headaches.

Preventing the Common Cold

While there’s no vaccine for the common cold, you can significantly lower your risk of
getting sick and prevent its spread by practicing good hygiene:

• Wash your hands frequently and consistently.
• Avoid touching your eyes, mouth, and nose with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with others who may be sick.
• Encourage children to cover their nose and mouth with their elbow or a tissue
when coughing or sneezing and dispose of tissues immediately.
• Wipe down common play areas or surfaces with disinfectant regularly.

Why Choose AFC Urgent Care Thornton for Cold Treatment?

AFC Urgent Care Thornton is your convenient solution for non-life-threatening medical
issues like the common cold.

• We operate as a walk-in clinic, meaning no appointment is necessary to receive
care.
• We are open seven days a week, ensuring you can get treatment when you need it.
• Our patients often experience short wait times, frequently under 15 minutes, with
many visits concluding within approximately 30 minutes.
• We accept most major insurance carriers and offer competitive self-pay rates
for those without an insurance plan, committed to providing high-quality medical
treatment to all patients.
• Our mission is to deliver the best possible healthcare in a kind, caring, and
economical manner, at times and locations convenient to you.