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When the COVID-19 vaccines first became widespread, breakthrough infection cases were quite rare. Since omicron has entered the picture, however, breakthrough cases are rare no longer. Why, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team explains below, so keep reading! What Are Breakthrough Infections? The CDC has deemed “breakthrough” infections as when a person tests positive for COVID-19 at least two weeks after becoming fully vaccinated, including receiving a booster shot when eligible. Unfortunately, the ...

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It’s no coincidence that more people get sick during the winter months. Every year, the flu and other viruses reach their peak between December and February, according to the CDC. But why does this happen? Read on for some helpful answers from our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team. Why Do Viral Infections Become More Common in the Winter? The cold temperature is one of the most common explanations for the increase in viral ...

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Croup is an age-old respiratory infection that young children deal with, but it is experiencing a new development this year. Recently, scientists have found that omicron variant cases among young children have led to cases of croup. While this seems scary, these croup cases have remained as easily treatable as normal. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team provides further information about croup and its connection with the omicron variant below, so keep reading! What ...

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If you don’t think you will experience any concerning side effects or health complications when strep throat goes untreated, think again! While strep throat when treated correctly and quickly is relatively harmless, it can cause some life-altering complications if it isn’t treated in a timely manner. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team explains why below. What Causes Strep Throat? Strep throat is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes, or group A Streptococcus ...

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Having a fever is the worst—not to mention, it can be quite dangerous if your temperature is high enough. Unfortunately, having a fever is very common when dealing with the flu. Although this is the case, there are many things you can do at home that can help to break your fever and feel better! Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City shares these treatments and more information on the flu below, so keep reading ...

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Falls at home happen much too often, and they don’t have to. Falls are highly preventable, as there are many things you can do to fall-proof your home! Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team provides many ways to make your home safer for yourself or your elderly loved, so keep reading! Here’s what to do: Make sure your home is well-lit. Good lighting is one of the biggest keys to preventing and ...

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The current fall season is a typically a common time of year for sinus infections, due the prevalence of allergens like ragweed ad the start to school, where viruses are more easily passed from one person to another. While sinus infections (sinusitis) aren’t pleasant to experience, they’re quite treatable and often don’t last for very long. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team provides more helpful information below, so keep reading! What ...

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In the past, the CDC advised those who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 to wait at least 14 days before getting their flu vaccine. These days are no longer! In fact, you can get a COVID-19 vaccine and other vaccines, including a flu vaccine, during the same visit! Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team further elaborates below, so keep reading. Is It OK to Get Both Vaccines at the Same Time? Yes, it is ...

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Itchy skin of any kind is always unpleasant and inconvenient to experience, but shingles is a different breed. This type of viral skin condition can be very painful and can last for up to several weeks. Not only is it painful enough to experience yourself, but you’ll need to be careful around others if you develop it. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team further explains below. What Actually Is Shingles? Shingles is a ...

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It’s true that nausea and vomiting often go hand in hand, but it’s possible to take care of your nausea before your food starts to come up. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team highlights some effective ways to treat nausea below, so keep reading! Here’s what to do: Stay hydrated. Because nausea upsets your stomach, eating food may temporarily make things worse. A diet of clear liquids can provide the sugar ...

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Yeast infections are extremely common among women, with nearly 75% of women experiencing one at some point in their lives. If you haven’t had a yeast infection, it’s important to know what they are, what causes them and what you can do about them, since these infections are so common. Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team provides further information on yeast infections below, so keep reading! What Is a Yeast Infection? A ...

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Many people experience bronchitis every year. This common infection of the airways that lead to the lungs is most common among those over age 65, but it can happen to anyone at any age. But what about COPD? It’s often used in the same breath as bronchitis, but is it the same thing? Our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team answers that question and provides more helpful info below. What Is Bronchitis? Bronchitis is ...

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It may not cross your mind to get frequently tested for STDs, but it’s more important than you might think. Right now, one in five Americans have an STD, according to the CDC, which is currently an all-time high. Plus, the rates could even be higher than what is being reported due to the fact that many STDs don’t show symptoms. If you are sexually active, it’s extremely important to be regularly ...

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If you have been dealing with sudden, sharp pain and redness in your joints, you likely have gout. This kind of joint pain can flare up in the night and last for weeks at a time, making gout uncomfortable at best and debilitating at worst. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to better understand your gout and treat your gout symptoms. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City explains. What ...

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Whether it’s a summer cold, typical Tennessee allergies, or feeling under the weather during the holidays, no one wants to be slowed down by sickness at any time of the year.  But sure enough, a cough seems to crop up at the most inopportune time! Our team at AFC Urgent Care of Fountain City doesn’t want you to waste time coughing up a storm, which is why we want to share some tips ...

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Coughing?  Sneezing?  Under the weather? Oh no! Are you starting to feel bad? It might be time for an antibiotic, right? Not so fast! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City wants you to know that while an antibiotic can help some people fight their infection, it doesn’t work in every scenario. When Can I Take an Antibiotic? Depending on the type of infection you are suffering from, you may or may not ...

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If you’ve been diagnosed with a kidney infection, you will definitely need to visit the doctor to get the proper treatment. But what does that look like? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City is here to help you feel more informed about kidney infections and their common treatments, so read on! How Could I Get a Kidney Infection? Kidney infections are caused by bacteria or viruses. Scientists believe that most kidney infections ...

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Did you know? Ear infections are one of the leading reasons parents take their young children to the doctor. Although ear infections are quite common among children, that doesn’t make them any less important to deal with promptly! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City shares some helpful info on ear infections among children. What Is an Ear Infection? The commonly used term “ear infection” is known medically as “acute ...

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This beautiful time of year is a sign that spring sports are upon us! But before your child can even practice, Tennessee requires that children and teens pass a sports physical first. Sports physicals are a necessary exam that evaluates the safety of children playing in organized sports. So, whether it’s baseball at Gresham Middle or soccer at Fountain City Elementary, your child needs a physical, and our AFC Urgent Care Fountain City team ...

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Strep throat is a very common infection. Many of us probably remember getting it when we were younger, but strep still affects approximately 11,000 to 24,000 Americans every year, according to the CDC. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Fountain City shares some more helpful info on this common bacterial infection. How Do I Know If I Have Strep Throat? First, before you know its first symptoms, it’s important ...

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