“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.“—Mark Twain You won’t know until you try! Don’t set yourself up for failure by already thinking your resolutions for 2017 will go down the drain like those of years’ past. Instead, focus on the positive—new year = new opportunity for success! Achieve Your Resolutions Now, starting on your resolutions can be the easy part. With all the energy you have pushing you in January ...
It’s no secret that America is facing an epidemic of childhood obesity in our nation. While there are certainly advantages that go along with the recent technological advances in our country, one of the major downsides of so many screens surrounding us is a reduced desire to go outside and play. Moreover, kids who don’t learn how to exercise while they are young tend to develop unhealthy and sedentary lifestyles when they are ...
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 ...
Ear infections are especially common among children as they affect five out of every six kids before they reach 3 years old. However, they occur among adults, too! To help you better understand these common infections, our AFC Urgent Care Hixson team provides some helpful info below. What Is an Ear Infection? An ear infection occurs when a bacterial or viral infection affects the middle ear—the sections of your ear just behind the eardrum ...
If your child is set to play team sports this spring, you’re probably already aware that he or she needs a sports physical first. But, why? And what is it that doctors and healthcare providers need to know that makes these exams so important? Our AFC Urgent Care Hixson team has some answers, so read on. What Medical Information Does My Healthcare Provider Need to Know? To give you a little background, there are ...
