by Social Joey | Apr 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Although it’s painful, bruising is a part of life. Sometimes you can’t help bumping into something, knocking knees when you’re playing sports, or tripping and falling on the sidewalk. And when you get a bruise, you shouldn’t be worried in most cases. Our AFC Urgent...
by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are no joke, and they’re actually quite common among Americans. Between 60 and 70 million people deal with them every year! Learn more about GI diseases and steps you can take toward preventing them from our AFC Urgent Care Hixson...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Mononucleosis, or “mono” for short, is a common viral infection. Many teens and young adults will get this virus that spreads almost primarily through the transmission of saliva. While mono’s symptoms can linger for a long time in some cases, this viral infection...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
“Breakthrough” infections weren’t very common at all a few months ago. During the initial strain of COVID-19 and even during the delta variant, the CDC stated that breakthrough infections would be unlikely. With omicron, though, this is not the case. Why is that? Our...
by Social Joey | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Does it seem like many more people get sick with viruses during the winter? If this is a trend you’ve noticed, it’s not a coincidence. According to the CDC, the flu and other viruses reach their peak between December and February every year. Read on as our AFC...