by Social Joey | Aug 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Children aren’t the only ones at risk of developing asthma! That may seem surprising, but adults can actually develop asthma later in their lives. Adult-onset asthma is actually more common than you think, but it is often under-diagnosed. You can be at risk of...
by Social Joey | Aug 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you have children who enjoy sports, you know that each time they step out onto the court or field, they are at a heightened risk of suffering an injury. Supporting them through their activities can keep you both excited and worried for them! Do you know how you...
by Social Joey | Jul 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
Bones—we obviously all have them, and they’re what keep us upright and strong. This organ is not only strong and structural, but it’s also a dynamic, ever-changing part of the body. When they break, they often grow back even stronger, and they also grow back quickly....
by Social Joey | Jun 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Although mesenteric adenitis isn’t the most recognizable medical condition, it’s still a fairly common one among children and teens. In fact, it’s very rare that anyone over the age of 20 gets it. Keep reading to learn more about it from our AFC Urgent Care Fountain...
by Social Joey | Jun 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Bug bites and stings are an unfortunate part of spring. Although they don’t usually happen often, they do happen—and when they do, they don’t feel good. Have you been recently bitten or stung by an insect? If so, read on to learn what you should do next from our AFC...
by Social Joey | May 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you are younger than age 40, you might think that kidney stones are things you won’t have to worry about for at least another 10 years. While it’s true that they most commonly affect people over age 40, they can affect anyone at any age, so it’s important to be...
by Social Joey | May 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
As beautiful as spring is, it’s peak allergy season for millions of Americans every year. Pollen is everywhere, which causes our immune systems to overreact. If you’re totally over dealing with allergy symptoms, how can you get some relief? Our AFC Urgent Care...
by Social Joey | Apr 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
You wake up in the morning and see another bruise and think, “How did this get here?” Even if you don’t remember bumping into something or falling, bruises can show up on the body. Is there a time when you should be concerned about the amount of bruises that are...
by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are actually more common than you might realize. In fact, more than 20 million Americans suffer from chronic gastrointestinal diseases, while 62 million Americans are diagnosed with new GI issues every year. So, even though stomachaches...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Mono is called the “kissing disease” for good reason. This contagious illness is most often transmitted through bodily fluids, such as saliva, which obviously happens when you kiss someone or share utensils like spoons or forks. This illness is most common among young...
