February might have been American Heart Month, but it’s important to take good care of your heart year-round! Almost 650,000 Americans die of heart disease each year—that’s one in four. So, what can you do to lower your risk of developing heart disease and keep your heart healthy and strong? Our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte wants to shed some light on the topic. What Is Heart Disease? Well ...
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Did you know? The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention states that around 795,000 Americans experience a stroke each year. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte wants to share some insight about strokes and how to prevent them. Is There More Than 1 Type of Stroke? There are three main types of stroke, which are ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke and transient ischemic attack ...
According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, more Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer every year than any other type of cancer. With May being recognized as Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte thought now would be the perfect time to discuss the importance of skin care, as well as signs to look out for when it comes to skin cancer. Early detection is key! Why Is ...
Even in these times of the unknown, many people are still going to need medical care for a variety of non-emergency conditions, including colds, coughs and stomach bugs. How can you get the care you need? Telemedicine is an option! According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, telemedicine is an efficient way for physicians to deliver quality health care, especially during this time of social distancing. Our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte ...
If the stress of the world lately is starting to take a toll on you, please know that you are far from alone. Life these days is a bit crazy. But with that said, it is important to not let stress get the upper hand, especially when it comes to your health. Our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte wants you to know the effects stress can take on your overall health, as well ...
There are so many health observances in March. You have National Nutrition Month, National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and National Kidney Month—just to name a few. However, the health observance our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte wants to talk about is “Save Your Vision Month.” Did you know that around 800,000 eye injuries occur each year? And 90% of those eye injuries that occur are completely preventable. As a result, we ...
National Sleep Awareness Week is the second week of March! This awareness week is designed to make you stop and think about your personal sleep habits and whether you’re getting enough quality sleep. In recognition of this week, our team at AFC Urgent Care South Charlotte wants to share some insight into how much sleep you need—and how to get it. Read on as we take a look. How Much Sleep Do I ...
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 South Charlotte 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 ...
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 South Charlotte 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 ...
