by Social Joey | Jan 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Strep throat is a common infection, as between 11,000 and 13,000 Americans will get it each year. It’s also more common during the winter seasons, but it remains highly treatable. Below, our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team provides further info on strep throat and...
by Social Joey | Jan 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Even during the age of COVID-19, yes, it’s possible to get the flu this year. In fact, it’s even more possible to get the flu this year compared to last year, due to reduced social distancing and fewer mask mandates. There are some additional risk factors that can...
by Social Joey | Dec 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Falls happen too often. According to the CDC, one in four people age 65 and older experience a fall, and only half of those who fall tell anyone. If the unfortunate happens and you do fall, it’s important to know what to do next. Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team...
by Social Joey | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
Many of us have had a sinus infection before. While these types of infections aren’t pleasant, they’re highly treatable and don’t usually last very long. Sinus infections are typically accompanied by thick mucus in the nose, but they can often be accompanied by...
by Social Joey | Nov 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Unfortunately, yes, it is possible to get the flu and COVID-19 at the same time. Getting both respiratory illnesses at the same time wasn’t as huge of a concern last year as it is this year, due to no more required social distancing and less mask wearing. To learn...
by Social Joey | Nov 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition that affects a huge number of people across the globe. Nearly 10% of people worldwide deal with eczema, but that doesn’t make it any less annoying for those who do struggle with it. While eczema is typically a chronic condition...
by Social Joey | Oct 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Experiencing nausea is no fun, and it’s hard to know what causes it at times. Even though nausea makes you feel pretty awful sometimes, there are many ways you can effectively treat it at home! Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team highlights some effective ways you...
by Social Joey | Oct 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
When people experience pain and discomfort in the genital area, it’s common to think that those symptoms are signs of a UTI. While this is often the case, many will be diagnosed with a yeast infection. But aren’t a yeast infection and a UTI actually the same thing?...
by Social Joey | Sep 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
Bronchitis is a very common respiratory illness. In fact, around 3 million cases of bronchitis occur in the U.S. ever year! Even though it’s common, that doesn’t make it any less of a concern if you do happen to get it. Our AFC Urgent Care Chattanooga team explores...
by Social Joey | Sep 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
STDs are certainly uncomfortable to talk about, but the fact of the matter is that more people suffer from these diseases than you might realize. In fact, the CDC estimates that one in five people have an STD. Because STDs are seldom talked about, many are left...
