Are you feeling a little flushed? Or are you actually running a full-blown fever? A fever is a temporary increase in your body temperature, and it’s often caused by some type of infection. Some fevers are very minor and go away on their own, but it’s important to know when a fever could signal a need for medical attention. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to share some insight on the topic. Read on →

It’s a sobering fact—heart disease is the leading cause of death among both American women and men. It causes one in four deaths, adding up to almost 700,000 each year. While there are some risk factors for heart disease that you cannot control, there are many risk factors that you can. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to talk you through two keys way you can benefit your heart health—quitting smoking and exercising regularly. Read on →

For most of us, social media is a part of our daily routine. However, it can get to the point where it can function like an addiction, which is never a good thing! Could your health benefit from a little less time on social media? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to share some insight on the topic. How Does Social Media Affect You? Before we dig in to the poor qualities, social media does have a lot of good qualities. Read on →

According to the World Health Organization, there are more than 450 million people worldwide living with a mental health disorder. So if you are one of them, you are far from alone! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants you to know how you can recognize the symptoms of a mental health issue, as well as how you protect your mental health in the first place. How Can I Tell If I Have a Mental Illness? Read on →

You want to be able to enjoy the holiday feast without worrying about food poisoning. However, sometimes it just happens—even at our favorite holiday gatherings. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants you to know how to recognize the symptoms of food poisoning, as well as how to tell the difference between food poisoning and the stomach virus. Will Food Poisoning Symptoms Last for Days? Usually, a person will start to experience the symptoms of food poisoning within a few hours of eating or drinking a contaminated food. Read on →

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that there are around 100 million people living in the United States with either diabetes or prediabetes. Are you one of them? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants you to know the symptoms of diabetes, as well as ways you can prevent the condition in the first place. What Is Diabetes? Diabetes occurs when your blood sugar (or blood glucose) is elevated to an unhealthy level. Read on →

Believe it or not, Thanksgiving is almost here! This holiday is one of gratitude…but also often one of excessive eating. In fact, the average American eats 3,000 calories on Thanksgiving Day. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to arm you with some helpful information on staying at your healthiest this Thanksgiving. Why Is It Important to Eat Breakfast on Thanksgiving? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a reason. Read on →

Did you know that interstitial cystitis is actually quite common among American men and women? In fact, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, the bladder condition affects 3 to 8 million women and around 1 to 4 million men living in the United States. During Bladder Health Month, our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants you to know more about this common bladder condition. Read on →

No one wants to be the person to get the flu. Especially with all the fun coming up with festivals and holidays, the flu can really put a damper on plans. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants you to consider getting the flu vaccine in order to protect yourself in the best way possible. How Does the Flu Vaccine Work? Each year, researchers reformulate the flu vaccine to protect against the three or four strains of the flu predicted to be most common during a given flu season. Read on →

If only there could be a fall season without the flu. Unfortunately, the flu is alive and well in Ooltewah! In fact, it’s alive and well across the United States—up to 20% of Americans will get the flu this year. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to share how you can prevent the flu this year, as well as what to do if you’re diagnosed. What Steps Can I Take to Prevent the Flu? Read on →