by Social Joey | Apr 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Do you look down at your skin at times and notice a greenish-yellow bruise that seemingly came out of nowhere? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Some people are, indeed, more susceptible to bruising more than others. Our AFC Urgent Care Knoxville team explains why...
by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Gastrointestinal (GI) infections are actually quite common, and they often affect children. In fact, they affect more than 2,195 children every day, according to the CDC. So, what exactly are GI infections, and are they serious? Our AFC Urgent Care Knoxville team...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Mono, or infectious mononucleosis, is sometimes called the “kissing disease” for good reason. This illness, which is most often caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, is often transmitted through saliva. Young adults and teens are most susceptible to getting it, and it...
by Social Joey | Mar 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
During the recent outbreak of the omicron variant, breakthrough COVID-19 infections have sadly become much more common. The reason for this is that the omicron variant is far more transmissible than prior types of the virus. As a result, it becomes more capable of...
by Social Joey | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
It’s a well-known fact that viral activity gets worse every winter. More and more people get sick with viruses like the flu between December and February, but why does that happen? Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Knoxville team shares some helpful answers! Is Viral...
by Social Joey | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
While it’s very rare for people over the age of 5 to get croup, it’s a very common respiratory infection for young children. Plus, experts have noticed that omicron cases among young children have brought on croup-like symptoms. To learn more, check out what our AFC...
by Social Joey | Jan 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
When it comes to strep throat—or really any type of sickness—visiting a healthcare provider ASAP is always the best plan of action. Medical experts suggest visiting your doctor at least 48 hours after experiencing strep throat symptoms, such as a sore throat that is...
by Social Joey | Jan 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Have you or a loved one come down with a fever? If so, there’s likely no need to worry. Although fevers cause discomfort, they’re extremely common—especially among those who have the flu. If you have a fever and are looking for ways to feel better, our AFC Urgent Care...
by Social Joey | Dec 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Falling at home may sound difficult to do, but it’s entirely possible and quite common. More than out of four people aged 65 and over fall each year, and many falls result in serious injuries. To protect yourself from potential injury, there are many things you can do...
by Social Joey | Dec 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s safe to say that many of us have had a sinus infection before. In fact, it’s estimated that there are currently 31 million people in the United States with sinusitis. If you don’t think you’ve had a sinus infection, though, how are you supposed to know if you...
