As the flowers bloom and the trees begin to bud, it’s clear that it is springtime once more! Another clear indication of the change in season are those itchy, watery eyes and runny nose. Spring allergy season comes right along with the warmer temperatures, meaning many of us head indoors or make alternate plans to help minimize our symptoms. Seasonal allergies can be really frustrating to deal with! We want you to be feeling ...
So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Hickory 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 ...
The healthcare industry has evolved to include telehealth urgent care, an innovative technology that has made it easier for people worldwide to access healthcare virtually. This medical service offers faster urgent care visits through virtual appointments, providing services from physical exams to diagnostics, which allows healthcare providers to connect with patients remotely, providing care, support, and information from a distance. This can be particularly beneficial for patients with mobility or transportation issues, with busy schedules ...
If you have small children in your home, you probably know all about ear infections! They are one of the most common infections that children contract. It is also possible to get an ear infection as an adult, so knowing how to find relief if you or someone in your house is experiencing ear pain is crucial. Thankfully, ear infections are usually easily treatable at home. Our AFC Urgent Care Hickory team explains all about ...
The pandemic certainly turned many different businesses and processes upside down, including the healthcare industry! We navigated through the unknown and changed the way we did things in order to continue to help our community. Now that the COVID-19 emergency status is set to expire in May, some of those changes are also coming to an end across the country. This includes some access to telemedicine and the accessibility of virtual visits. The good news ...
Sleep is important for everyone, but it is especially important for your kids! Not only does proper sleep help them grow and develop, but it can also help them be more attentive and concentrate better during the day. We know that getting your kids to sleep more at night can often be a struggle, but working with your kids to create a healthy sleep routine will only be beneficial for everyone in your home. Our ...
Urgent care providers offer convenient, time-saving alternatives to visiting an emergency room for minor, non-life-threatening medical conditions. These healthcare centers typically have shorter wait times and offer services like X-rays, urgent treatment of colds and flu, sprains, strains, and fractures, on-site lab tests, and physicals. Urgent care centers provide efficient diagnoses of various health problems, ranging from minor to severe. Some are also equipped with on-site lab testing capabilities so that patients can get results ...
A sinus infection, or sinusitis, is a frustrating ailment that causes a runny nose, congestion, swollen and/or itching eyes, a sore throat, headaches, and other symptoms. While there isn’t necessarily a quick sinus infection cure, there are certainly ways that you can ease your discomfort and speed up your recovery. If you’re suffering from sinusitis, know that you aren’t alone; approximately 90% of patients with colds have an element of viral ...
Local urgent care centers in Hickory, or family walk-in clinics, offer patients convenient and affordable urgent healthcare services. When you visit a family walk-in clinic, you can expect quick, quality care at a fraction of the cost of your local emergency room. Emergency rooms tend to be very busy and crowded and are associated with longer waiting times and higher fees. By going to a walk-in doctor’s office for a non-life-threatening illness or injury ...
If you start to develop a cough throughout your day, it is not uncommon to wonder where your cough will lead. A simple cold could be on the horizon for you, or you could be in the beginning stages of a bronchitis or pneumonia infection. Both bronchitis and pneumonia are infections that affect your upper respiratory systems and can cause severe symptoms if left untreated or unaddressed. We can help determine what type of infection ...
