Why Do I Always Get Sick In The Fall and Winter?

October 31, 2023

Do you always get sick in the late fall and winter months? Research revealed that adults and children suffer from colds at different times of the year, which correlates with seasonal changes. Further research shows that releasing allergens into the environment during seasonal change may be responsible for more viruses. Simply put, most people are more likely to get sick when the season changes. In this blog, we’ll explore the reasons why you may ...

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Can Allergies Cause Ear Pain?

October 31, 2023

Ear pain can be a distressing and uncomfortable experience, often leaving us trying to figure out its underlying cause. While ear infections and wax buildup are commonly associated with ear pain, one lesser-known culprit could be allergies. In this blog, we’ll explore the connection between allergies and ear pain so you can better understand and manage this symptom. For same-day ear pain and seasonal allergy relief, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care ...

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Urgent Care Experts Offer Alternatives to Phenylephrine

October 7, 2023

As a prominent care provider of accessible primary care, urgent care, and occupational medicine services nationwide, American Family Care (AFC) is uniquely positioned to guide and educate the public on pertinent health issues, such as the FDA’s recent decisions on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine.  The FDA held a Non-Prescription Drug Advisory Committee meeting on September 11-12, 2023, to deliberate on the effectiveness of oral phenylephrine as an active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) cough ...

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Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal

October 2, 2023

Why You Should See an Urgent Care Doctor for Wart Removal Home remedies for warts might not be as effective as you hope, so we recommend seeing an urgent care doctor for wart removal to treat these pesky growths at their source. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can appear almost anywhere on the body, causing both physical discomfort and self-consciousness. This article takes you through everything you need to know about ...

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