February is American Heart Month, designed to raise awareness about heart disease, which is the leading cause of death among Americans. In recognition of this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to share some information about how your blood pressure specifically can increase your risk of heart disease. Read on as we examine the issue. Why Does High Blood Pressure Matter? Blood pressure is the force with which blood is flowing ...
Everyone has a difficult time falling asleep or staying asleep every once in a while. But when it becomes a chronic issue, it can negatively impact your physical and mental health. The first step in finding relief is nailing down the underlying cause of your sleep issues. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to share some insight about one potential cause—vitamin D deficiency—as well as some tips for getting the ...
Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS, is a common digestive condition that affects the large intestine. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to know how you can treat IBS, as well as ways you can combat bloating. Read on as we offer some perspective on the topic. Can IBS Be Prevented? Fortunately, there are things that you can try in order to reduce your risk of suffering from the symptoms ...
The holidays bring tons of fun, memories...and food. And while trying all those holiday goodies is a seasonal delight, it can also sometimes expose you to food poisoning. That's why our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to share some tips on how you can steer clear of food poisoning this season. Who Is Most at Risk for Food Poisoning? This is a trick question! Anyone can get food poisoning at ...
There is so much fun to be had this December—Christmas parades, holiday lights, visits with Santa and time spent with family and friends! What could ruin this happy time? Well, the flu could certainly put a damper on things. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to share some insight about the flu 2020, as well as ways you can lower your risk. What Are the Flu 2019 Symptoms? There are many ...
Nearly everyone will experience a headache at one point or another, since they occur for a variety of reasons. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to know the different types of headaches, as well as steps you can take to both prevent and treat a headache so that you can get back to enjoying the holiday season! What Does Your Headache Mean? That’s a tricky question, because every headache occurs ...
With November being National Healthy Skin Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City thought there was no better time than now to remind you of steps you can take to protect your skin from skin cancer—even during the colder months of the year! What Is the Main Function of the Skin? When many of us think about taking care of our organs, we think about our heart, lungs, kidneys, etc. But we ...
Did you know millions of people every year get the flu? Wouldn’t it be great if you could go through a flu season without getting sick? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants to offer you tips on how you can prevent the flu this season and the signs of flu to watch for. Why Do You Need to Get the Flu Shot? The bottom line? The flu vaccine is your best ...
The next few months have so much fun to offer—fall festivals, trick-or-treating and other fall festivities! The last thing you want to do is feel under the weather. Most adults get a cold at least a couple times a year, with symptoms mild enough to be annoying, but not dangerous. But how can you know if your symptoms mean you need medical attention? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City offers some perspective ...
Did you know that one out of every three Americans are not getting the amount of sleep they need every night? Although the hours needed vary by age, most adults should be getting around seven to nine hours of quality sleep every night. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to start getting the sleep you need—and deserve—every night with these tips! How Can I Get a Good Night’s ...
