If you are an animal lover, having pets has likely always been a central part of your life—but if you have developed pet allergies, you may be struggling to cope when you bring a new furry friend home. Though many people assume that if they have allergies that means they will never be able to coexist with pets, we are happy to report that is not the case. To help you better understand pet ...
Mosquito bites are always a nuisance, but because children can be oblivious to them, they can often get eaten up while they are outside as they are busy playing. When they come indoors and the itchiness strikes, do not despair! There are some fantastic ways to relieve their discomfort, but you should also be aware of the warning signs that there is something more serious occurring. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway ...
Everywhere you turn these days, you’ll likely hear something about COVID-19. And with good reason. As of June 1, more than 1.5 million Americans had been diagnosed with the virus, including more than 24,000 Tennesseans. What should you know about COVID-19 and how to protect your family? We know it’s a common question, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway is taking some time to share the ...
This is a question on the minds of many of us these last few months. While we’ve been staying at home and social distancing, we’ve also been wondering whether we should be doing more to protect our health and that of our families. That’s why in today’s blog, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants to talk you through a few illness prevention basics that can help. Read on ...
We have all been dealing with a lot lately, which is certainly taking a toll on our mental health. During Mental Health Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to know that even in the midst of social distancing, it is still important to do things that can help to promote your mental health. We have some tips on how to do just that. How Does Exercise Help With Mental Health ...
As if we do not already have enough going on, we are also having to fight off seasonal allergies. However, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway doesn’t want that to keep you from going outside, especially with us in the midst of social distancing. Being able to be outside is what is helping most of us to keep our sanity! Let’s take a look at ways you can recognize seasonal allergies ...
In these times of uncertainty, you need to know that our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway is still here to help you with your medical needs! We are now offering AFC TeleCare services to provide you with the medical attention you need from the comfort of your own home. What’s the Benefit of Telemedicine? With a stay at home order in place for everyone but essential workers, it is important for us ...
If life has taught us anything lately, it has certainly been that it can change in an instant. And as with any type of change, worry and stress can arise. However, it is important to make sure you don’t let the stress affect you to the point where it takes a toll on your overall health. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to learn how you can take better care ...
Let’s face it—on busy days, when you’re running from one activity to the next, running through the drive-thru can seem like a tempting option. However, all that fast food is going to end up doing you more harm than good. During National Nutrition Month this March, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants you to understand the importance of eating healthy. Read on as we offer some insight. What Happens ...
Did you know? One in every five people living in the United States develop some type of allergy. When we think of allergies, seasonal allergies and food allergies often come to mind, but they aren't the only allergies people experience. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway wants to share some insight into two other types of allergies. How Do You Know If You Are Allergic to Pet Dander? When a furry animal ...
