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 ...
Did you wake up today with the inability to breathe through your nose? Sounds like nasal congestion. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants you to know the symptoms to watch out for when it comes to nasal congestion, as well as the treatment options available to help ease congestion. What Can Be Done to Get Rid of Nasal Congestion? As soon as nasal congestion strikes, the only thing you can probably think about ...
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! And the last thing you need to worry about during the holidays is combating a case of strep throat. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to share some insight about this common medical condition, including its symptoms and how it is treated. Read on as we take a look. When Should You Go to the Doctor for a Sore Throat? That’s a bit ...
Chances are that you or a loved one have already been through a case of chickenpox. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 4 million people get varicella (also known as chickenpox) every year. While most cases of chickenpox are in children, adults can get the disease, too. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants you to know how you can treat a case of the chickenpox should you or ...
Did you know? Your skin is the largest organ of your body. Yet it is probably one of the last organs we think about when we talk about our health. During Healthy Skin Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants you to know how to take better care of your skin! Why Is Your Skin Important? You might not think about it, but your skin is actually the first line of defense when ...
Tennessee state health officials, as well as those at the national level, are urging everyone to get a flu vaccine this fall. But why is that? Well, it’s pretty simple. The flu shot is your best defense against the flu—a common and extremely contagious illness that can have serious complications. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga provides some insight. Why Is It So Important to Get a Flu Shot ...
Who wants to spend their fall or winter stuck at home with the flu? No one! But the reality is, up to 20% of Americans will be diagnosed with the flu this year. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants you to be aware of the early signs of the flu, as well as how long you can expect to be sick with the flu virus. How Contagious Is the Flu? Believe it or ...
Asthma symptoms are only triggered during the spring and summer season when the humidity is at its highest, right? Not necessarily. Because viruses account for 80% of asthma attacks, the fall season can actually bring about a high number of asthma symptoms among Americans. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to share some tips on keeping asthma symptoms at bay this fall. Can You Exercise If You Have Asthma? Exercise ...
Asthma symptoms are only triggered during the spring and summer season when the humidity is at its highest, right? Not necessarily. Because viruses account for 80% of asthma attacks, the fall season can actually bring about a high number of asthma symptoms among Americans. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga wants to share some tips on keeping asthma symptoms at bay this fall. Can You Exercise If You Have Asthma? Exercise ...
