Just when you think you are in the clear of all the viruses that tend to spread during the winter season, you quickly learn that even the warmer weather during spring can also bring about the common cold. Yuck! Fortunately, our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail has some advice on how you can not only treat the common cold virus should you become ill, but also ways you can prevent getting sick in ...
March is National Nutrition Month, a month designed to cause us to pause and consider our eating habits. During this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Indian Trail want you to know some ways you can start making healthy eating a daily habit! Read on as we share some tips. What Can I Do to Change My Eating Habits? Chances are that you or someone in your family made a resolution back in January ...
By now, you have probably heard the term elderberry used quite a few times, especially since we’re in the middle of flu season. But is it really worth taking? We’ve fielded a lot of questions from patients about elderberry syrup, so today we’re taking some time to answer your questions on the topic. What Is Elderberry? Elderberry is a dark purple berry from the Elder tree. It’s been used in medicinal ...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans, leading to nearly 700,000 deaths each year. While there some risk factors for heart disease that you can’t control, you can take steps to control some risk factors. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants to share some tips this month on doing just that. Can Exercise Prevent Heart Disease? While there’s no way to 100% prevent heart disease, exercise is ...
Did you make out a list of resolutions for 2020? If you’re like many Americans, you’re looking to improve your health in the new year. That probably includes getting more exercise. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants to take a few minutes to share some tips and insight about exercise. Read on as we take a look! Am I Getting Enough Exercise? That’s a bit of a trick question—enough ...
" According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, between 11,000 to 13,000 cases of strep throat are diagnosed among Americans in a given year. And while you might think a fever is a logical symptom of strep throat, not having one doesn’t mean you’re free and clear of strep. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants you to know what signs to watch for when it comes to strep ...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 75 million people living in the United States are living with high blood pressure. Unfortunately, many Americans might not even realize they have it, as high blood pressure can occur without any symptoms. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants you to know what can cause high blood pressure, as well as ways you can help maintain a healthy blood pressure for years to ...
Up to 20% of Americans get the flu each year. While no one wants to get the flu, it’s an unfortunate reality. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants you to know the symptoms to watch out for when it comes to the flu, as well as what you can do to treat the flu and recover as quickly as possible! How Do You Catch the Flu? The flu is an extremely contagious ...
Did you know? Your skin is the largest organ of your body. Yet it is probably one of the last organs we think about when we talk about our health. During Healthy Skin Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care of Pineville, NC wants you to know how to take better care of your skin! Why Is Your Skin Important? You might not think about it, but your skin is actually the first line of ...
Tennessee state health officials, as well as those at the national level, are urging everyone to get a flu vaccine this fall. But why is that? Well, it’s pretty simple. The flu shot is your best defense against the flu—a common and extremely contagious illness that can have serious complications. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville provides some insight. Why Is It So Important to Get a Flu Shot ...
Who wants to spend their fall or winter stuck at home with the flu? No one! But the reality is, up to 20% of Americans will be diagnosed with the flu this year. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Pineville wants you to be aware of the early signs of the flu, as well as how long you can expect to be sick with the flu virus. How Contagious Is the Flu? Believe it or ...
Asthma symptoms are only triggered during the spring and summer season when the humidity is at its highest, right? Not necessarily. Because viruses account for 80% of asthma attacks, the fall season can actually bring about a high number of asthma symptoms among Americans. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care of Pineville wants to share some tips on keeping asthma symptoms at bay this fall. Can You Exercise If You Have Asthma ...
The weather is changing and it can only mean one thing—the runny nose and cough is about to begin. However, how do you know if it is a common cold that you are experiencing? Our team at AFC Urgent Care of Pinevill wants you to know how you can best protect yourself from a common cold, as well as when it is OK to exercise with a common cold and when you should rest ...
Do you spend a lot of time in front of the computer screen? Believe it or not, you could be affecting your eyes in a negative way. Our team at AFC Urgent Care of Pineville wants to share some ways you can protect your eyes from all that time in front of a screen—and boost your vision and eye health. What Does Too Much Screen Time Do to the Eyes? Nowadays, many of us ...
Are you dealing with acne? You are not alone! In fact, most Americans deal with acne outbreaks at some point in their lives. Our team at AFC Urgent Care of Pineville wants to offer you tips on how you can both prevent acne as well as treat acne with medication, if needed. Read on as we take a look: Can Too Much Stress Cause Acne? In short—yes! Too much stress, particularly when it’s ...
Is your young athlete gearing up for the start of a new sports season? Before your athlete hits the field, our team at AFC Urgent Care of Pineville wants to make sure you have one important part taken care of first—the sports physical. Why Is a Sports Physical Necessary? During a sports physical, a doctor focuses on a child’s health and wellness to determine whether he or she is ready to take part ...
