Have you ever had someone around you start coughing and thought, “You better not cough on me?” We’ve all been there. In today’s world, we’re surrounded by lots of illnesses, germs and bacteria. So it’s natural to wonder whether a cough pointed toward you could make you sick. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants to offer some perspective: Is a Cough Contagious? While the cough itself ...
Living in the south, many of us in Hixson know nasal congestion all too well. Chances are that many of us are or have experienced nasal congestion already this season. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to enjoy your summer break while breathing easily. Read on for some tips! What Is Nasal Congestion? Nasal congestion occurs when there is a blockage in the nasal passages. These blockages are caused by the membranes ...
Can you believe that it’s time to get back into a school routine? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson certainly can’t! Fortunately, we have tips to help make things easier when getting back on track with the school schedule. Plan Ahead The key to getting back into a routine is to plan, plan and plan! Check out the following ways to help you and your kids fall back into a school routine ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson knows it can be challenging to even keep up with the kids during the summer—nevertheless to keep them on a healthy path. But we have some tips to help you make that happen. On the Path to Good Health First, make sure breakfast is an everyday event. It might be a cliche, but breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. By morning, our bodies ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands the importance of summertime cookouts with family and friends. However, you still want to try and maintain your healthy diet by making the right food choices the majority of the time—even at a friend’s barbecue gathering. Read on for some ways to keep your healthy eating habits even during the summer months. Healthy Eating for the Summer First, make sure to eat enough fiber, especially ...
The team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to take advantage of the sunny days ahead! However, when energy is lacking, it can be hard to make the day a productive one. Here are some tips on how to add some more energy to your day, especially since you’ll need all the energy you can get once the kids are home for summer break. Increase Your Energy Start by having three balanced meals ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands how much the pollen in spring can spark up an asthma attack at the sniff of outdoor air. Fortunately, there are ways to help minimize triggers so that you’ll be able to enjoy a beautiful spring season! Don’t Fear Spring Allergens Sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose or throat, watery eyes, wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing—oh my! These are just some of the symptoms associated ...
Our team at AFC Urgent Care Hixson understands that life can be too crazy for cooking at home. It really is the healthiest option, though, since home-cooked meals tend to have 60 percent fewer calories than the takeout meal you usually order. Here are some additional benefits that may help change your mind and make you want to start cooking more meals at home. Health Begins at Home How many times have you run through ...
Sports season is here, and AFC Urgent Care Hixson wants you to be aware of muscle cramps so that they don’t get the best of your young athlete this season. Avoiding Muscle Cramps Muscle cramps occur for many different reasons, including: Dehydration Muscle overuse Muscle strain Nerve compression Fortunately, there are things you can do to help your athlete avoid the discomfort associated with muscle cramps. First, be sure he or she is drinking ...
The warm weather has arrived, bringing with it spring tryouts, and at AFC Urgent Care Hixson, we’re ready and able to handle all your spring sports-related needs. Give It Your All Spring tryout season can be stressful for kids and their parents. However, there are some things you can do as a parent to help your child through his or her tryout. Remember that you are there as a support system—not added pressure ...
