If you end up testing positive for the coronavirus, it might be tempting to hit the panic button. If you do feel quite panicked, it’s definitely an understandable feeling, but we’re here to help you put your mind at ease. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville offers up some helpful info on the severity of the coronavirus and how you can know what kinds of symptoms to expect. How ...
As with pretty much everything this year, we have to be aware of the health implications of what we do. While decorating generally doesn’t pose any health risks, there are still ways that you can take down your Christmas decor in a more sanitary, healthier way. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville highlights some of those health-conscious strategies below. How Do I Keep Surfaces Sanitary? When new decorations go up ...
If you find yourself feeling lethargic, you are not alone. If this is a chronic problem for you, we recommend talking with your healthcare provider about potential underlying causes. However, there may be a few at-home remedies that you can try to get a little boost of energy! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville gives a few helpful hints. What Are Some Ways to Get an Energy Boost? You may be ...
As our schedules change, it can be difficult to carry on with the healthy habits from the fall. The hustle and bustle of the holidays can make it challenging to eat nourishing meals, work out regularly and even fight off illnesses. It is even more important to keep your body and immune system functioning properly this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville provides some helpful tips ...
Wearing a mask is a new reality for almost all of us. With the coronavirus here to stay indefinitely, masking up is an important step that we can all take to help slow the spread of the virus. While it may not feel like you’re doing much when you’re wearing one in public, you actually are, and our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville explains why below. How Do Masks Work? Masks work ...
Having plants in your home is a pleasure. They look great and enhance the coziness of every space that they’re in. But did you know? Having plants in your home actually offers some health benefits as well! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville explains what those are. Should I Have Plants Inside? Absolutely. Not only do houseplants look great, but lots of studies have shown that having plants in your ...
If you don’t suffer mightily from fall allergies, then absolutely! Being out in nature offers so many mental and health benefits, and there are so many beautiful places in our area to enjoy either by yourself, with friends or with your family. Read on as AFC Urgent Care Sevierville gives you the scoop. How Does Being in Nature Benefit My Health? Being in nature, or even having plants inside your home or in your ...
Did you know that around 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated? That sounds like a shocking statistic, but it’s easier to not drink enough water than you might think! We’ve all probably heard that drinking lots of water is one of the best things you can do for your health, but how do you know if you’re having enough? AFC Urgent Care Sevierville is here to provide some answers. How Does a ...
Did you know? More than 10% of people in the U.S. have Type 2 diabetes, a disease that prevents your body from using insulin properly to control blood sugar. Diabetes can lead to heart disease, stroke, vision loss, kidney disease and nerve damage. Perhaps most frightening, as many as 7.3 million U.S. adults have the condition but don’t know they have it. Luckily, there are things you can do to prevent ...
It’s hard to believe, but the flu season is quickly approaching! While we’re in the last days of summer, fall will be here soon. Wondering when you should get a flu shot, or why you need one? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville is here to shed some light on the topic. Do I Really Need a Flu Shot Every Year? Yes! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that nearly ...
