We are so looking forward to caring for you all in just a few short weeks. In addition to being here to diagnose and treat injuries and common illnesses like the flu or strep throat, we will also be able to test for a variety of STDs. Your sexual health is part of your overall health, and we are proud to be able to serve our community in this way. Not only is STD testing ...
We are grateful for the many different benefits of the summer season, but not for the increase in bugs and insects. Any time you spend time outside running around in the grass or in the woods on a hike, it is important that you check yourself for ticks afterward. Ticks are at their peak from spring to early fall, so recognizing them and removing them from your clothes should always be your first priority after ...
The Great Outdoors is a wonderful place to be, especially during a classically warm and sunny Georgia summer. While you are out and about enjoying all that our area has to offer, though, you need to be on the lookout for ticks and potential tick bites. Ticks can be found at any time of the year in our southern climate, but they are much more prevalent from the spring to early fall. While not all ...
Getting older comes with many different blessings, but the risk of developing certain illnesses and conditions does rise as we age. This is especially true for cases of dementia and for Alzheimer’s disease, specifically. Having trouble remembering where your keys are or forgetting that you already told someone a story are usually not causes for concern if it happens on occasion, but any memory troubles coupled with a personality change or confusion about the ...
If you have a broken bone or a fracture, urgent care may be able to help. Learn the different types of fractures (broken bones), what we treat, and when to go to the ER vs. urgent care. How Do You Know a Bone is Broken? Every year, millions of people break a bone. Broken bones typically result from a trauma like a fall, car accident, or sports injury. Medical conditions such as osteoporosis or repetitive ...
Yes! Our center will be equipped with a wide variety of diagnostic tools to help us get to the root cause of your injury or illness. This includes our state-of-the-art digital X-ray equipment! X-rays help us get a closer look at what is causing you pain or discomfort by giving us an inside look into your body. Our digital X-ray technology is faster and more accurate than traditional X-rays, which will help us be more ...
School will be out soon, and that means much more time spent outdoors with your kids! We are sure you are looking forward to all of the fun activities and memories that your family will make, but do your best to respect the sun. Don’t let a significant sunburn put a damper on your summer plans! Children tend to burn more easily than adults do because their skin is thinner and more sensitive. Our ...
Physical for sports exams, also known as pre-participation physical examinations (PPEs), help determine whether a person is physically fit to participate in organized sports activities. This physical exam aims to identify any possible medical conditions that could put the athlete at risk for severe injury or illness during practice or competition. Sports physicals are typically done annually, though some states may require more frequent exams based on age and the type of sport being played ...
While it is possible to develop lower back and leg pain from COVID, there are also several other causes. As experts in urgent healthcare services, AFC in Dalton indicates why you might be experiencing back pain after COVID and explains some other reasons you might have lower back pain. Lower Back and Leg Pain from COVID Lower back pain is a possible symptom of COVID-19. This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, given ...
So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Dalton has answers, and treatment, for you. Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...
