by Social Joey | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Croup is an infection that most parents with young children are aware of, but that doesn’t mean it’s an easy thing to deal with! While it’s true that croup is generally harmless, the cough that young children have to experience sounds awful and can be a cause for...
by Social Joey | Jan 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Strep throat is more common this time of year. According to the CDC, between 11,000 and 13,000 strep throat cases happen each year, but they’re highly preventable and treatable. If you start to experience strep throat symptoms, though, it’s important to treat this...
by Social Joey | Jan 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Thankfully, yes, there are. Although there is no cure for the flu since it’s a virus that will need to run its course, there are things you can do at home to reduce the severity of flu-related symptoms. Our AFC Urgent Care Hixson team provides some helpful info on the...
by Social Joey | Dec 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Every year, one in four adults aged 65 or older will fall. Falls can result in devastating injuries like broken bones, and falling once can double the chances of a second fall. There are many ways to prevent falls from happening in your home, and our AFC Urgent Care...
by Social Joey | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Many of us know what getting a sinus infection is like. We feel stopped up and off-kilter, but thankfully the symptoms typically subside after a few days. While nasal and throat congestion are two of the most common types of sinusitis symptoms, headaches are something...
