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 ...
