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So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Knoxville 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 ...

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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 ...

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Spring has sprung in the Knoxville area! We are grateful to see warmer weather and blooming flowers and trees once more. If you suffer from seasonal allergies, however, you might not welcome the change in season as much. Seasonal allergies can cause some really unpleasant symptoms! This is due to the increased level of pollen in the air in the springtime. Treating your seasonal allergies can help you find relief and manage your symptoms during ...

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The healthcare community has certainly been through massive changes over the course of the pandemic. While it is good news that the pandemic’s emergency status is coming to an end in May, it also brings some changes to the availability and capabilities of telemedicine. What isn’t changing are the benefits that an in-person medical appointment at AFC Urgent Care Knoxville can offer you. Our local, friendly approach to patient care is remaining consistent ...

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If your ear has been bothering you lately, there are many different reasons why that might be! Allergies, sinus issues, a recent change in elevation or even the weather can be hard on your ears. In addition, there is always the chance you are experiencing an ear infection. Ear infections are incredibly common, especially in children! If you are wondering if your pain is related to an ear infection, our AFC Urgent Care Knoxville team ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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Local urgent care centers in Knoxville, 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 ...

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It is common to experience many different emotions and feelings throughout the year. Some events bring us joy and others can produce feelings of loneliness and sadness. While these common experiences are usually nothing to worry about, lingering feelings of hopelessness and the desire to socially isolate yourself may indicate a more serious mental health issue. While symptoms of depression can occur at any time throughout the year, seasonal affective disorder tends to follow a ...

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What is an urgent care clinic? And how does it differ from the emergency room? When should you go to the emergency room, and when should you go to an urgent care center? Whatever questions you may have, AFC has the answers.    What Is An Urgent Care Clinic? Urgent care is the level of healthcare that lies between your primary care physician (PCP) and the emergency room. When you go to urgent care, you can ...

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