No wonder there are so many toothpaste and gum commercials because having bad breath can be such an embarrassing feeling! Although gums and toothpastes are usually pretty good temporary solutions to bad breath, they don’t address the root of the problem. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga is here to help you find out why your breath smells. Why Does My Breath Smell? Certain foods, health conditions and habits are among the causes ...
Right now, wearing glasses can be the worst. With all of us having to constantly wear face masks, dealing with fog on our glasses is simply (and unfortunately) our new normal. Switching to contact lenses would eliminate that pesky problem, but are they safe to wear for your eyes? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga provides some helpful information on eye health. Why Should I Choose Contacts Over Glasses? One of ...
There’s no doubt about it: 2020 has been weird. Many of us have been affected by major changes such as the loss of a job this year, but even those who have not experienced job loss have experienced disruption. If you’ve been working from home, you may find your work/life boundaries slipping, making burnout more likely. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga offers some insight about the topic ...
Yes! The answer is absolutely yes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that nearly everyone age 6 months and older be vaccinated against the flu each year. That’s an important way to protect your health in any year, but it’s especially important this year. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga gives you the scoop. Does a Flu Shot Really Help? There is no foolproof way to avoid ...
Did you know? As many of as half of us have had a headache this year. In fact, headaches are so common we often don’t think much of them. But just because headaches are common doesn’t mean we should suffer in silence. Whether headaches are caused by tension, migraine or other factors, healthcare providers can suggest ways to treat them effectively. If you struggle with frequent headaches, our team at AFC Urgent Care ...
OK, we’re more than halfway through the year, so it’s a good time to check in. If you set health goals in January, where do things stand in August? If you haven’t made the improvements you were looking for, you still have time! Let our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga offer some tips on how to do just that. Why Is It Important to Have Healthy Habits? It’s pretty simple ...
While adding a new dog or cat to your family is an extremely exciting time, if you are an allergy sufferer, it might be a conflicted time for you as well. If you have been having allergy symptoms since bringing your pet home, it might point to the fact that you have a pet allergy—but there may be a different scenario, such as being allergic to something your pup picked up on a walk ...
When the heat and humidity is high, it can seem like the stream of mosquitoes trying to attack you and your kiddos is endless—but that does not have to put a damper on your summer fun! With the right mosquito prevention strategies, families can enjoy their time outdoors without worrying about being plagued with itchy bites for days afterward. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga offers some insight on the ...
While the number of COVID-19 cases in the United States and Tennessee specifically has leveled off some, the threat isn’t completely gone. It’s still important to take steps to protect yourself from the virus. If you wonder how you can protect yourself, you aren’t alone! It’s a common question, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to shed some light on the topic. Who’s at Risk ...
The temps in Chattanooga have been fluctuating a lot lately, but it seems likely that hot weather will be here soon and stick around for a while. Before you head outside to soak up the sun, you’ll want to take steps to properly protect your skin. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to offer a refresher on how you can practice sun safety. Read on for a few key ...
With May being American Stroke Awareness Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to share some information about the main causes of stroke, as well as steps you can take to prevent a stroke from happening. Who Is at Risk for a Stroke? There are two main types of stroke. You can either have a stroke caused by a loss of blood supply (ischemia) in the brain, or you can have bleeding (hemorrhage ...
It is completely normal to only be able to handle so much time indoors before it starts to take a toll on your mental health. While we have been practicing social distancing, it is still important that we get outside, especially on nice days, in order to enjoy the sunshine and breathe the fresh air—even if it is in your own backyard. However, when you are trying to get a breath of fresh air ...
Thank you to everyone in our community who has been working hard to flatten the curve! We appreciate you. However, even in this time of social distancing, we recognize that you still have medical needs. Seasonal allergies, colds and stomach issues can all still occur even when we are spending most of our days at home. But have no fear! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga is still here to help care for your ...
If you think you are the only one out there in the Chattanooga area sneezing and coughing, think again! Seasonal allergies affect many of us. In fact, research suggests that millions of people world-wide experience seasonal allergies on an annual basis. However, it doesn’t mean you just have to sit back and live with the symptoms. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants you to learn ways you can take action against seasonal ...
March is known as National Kidney Month. Did you know that there are around 8.1 million cases of urinary tract infections each year? Fortunately, there are steps you can take in order to reduce your risk. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga want to help you recognize the symptoms of a urinary tract infection, as well as ways you can reduce your risk of experiencing this medical condition that affects millions of Americans ...
National Sleep Awareness Week is March 1 to 8. Since it starts off the month of March, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to remind you of how important it is to give your body the rest it needs in order to conquer the day! How Much Sleep Should I Be Getting Each Night? Most adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night for optimal health. Older adults may be ...
Playing in a recreational softball league this spring? Or maybe just heading out to the garden? No matter what your choice of activity, wrist injuries are surprisingly common. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants you to know how to recognize symptoms of a wrist injury, as well as the most common causes of a wrist injury. Read on as we offer some insight. What Are the Most Common Causes of a Wrist Injury ...
Do you know the leading cause of death among Americans? If you guessed cancer, you’re wrong—the leading killer among both American women and men is heart disease. February is American Heart Month, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to talk about why your heart health is so important and how you can protect your heart. Why Is Heart Health Important? As we mentioned above, heart disease is the ...
Millions of Americans are affected by some type of medical issue plaguing their digestive health. Gallstones are one such issue that can have debilitating effects on a person’s physical and mental health. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chelmsford wants to share some facts about gallstones, as well as tips on how you can avoid getting gallstones by avoiding certain foods. How Many People Are Living With Gallstones? The National Institute of Diabetes and ...
The truth of the matter is that we are all at risk for being diagnosed with glaucoma. But some people are at a higher risk of the disease than others. Which is why during Glaucoma Awareness Month this January, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants you to learn more about the eye disease that affects approximately 3 million people living in the United States. How Serious of an Eye Disease Is Glaucoma? Glaucoma ...
