by Hannah Murry | Jan 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
When you start a brand-new year, you get excited about the possibilities of what can happen—a new job, a new home, a new outlook on life and so on. One thing you don’t want? A sore throat! That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to offer some insight...
by Hannah Murry | Dec 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
The holidays are no time for sickness. But sure enough, every year it seems like a cough seems to crop up just as the season gets underway! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah doesn’t want you to spend the holiday coughing up a storm, which is why we want to share...
by Hannah Murry | Dec 1, 2018 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Is a Sinus Infection? A sinus infection occurs when the cavities surrounding the nasal passages become inflamed. There are two types of sinus infections—acute and chronic sinusitis. While acute sinus infections tend to last only a month or less, chronic sinusitis...
by Hannah Murry | Nov 15, 2018 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
120⁄80 mmHg is considered a normal reading, while anything 140⁄90 mmHg and higher is considered high blood pressure. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ooltewah wants to share some insight about high blood pressure, which is also called hypertension. Who Gets High Blood...
by Hannah Murry | Nov 1, 2018 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Is Fatigue? More than 24 percent of Americans will experience fatigue at some point in their life. Fatigue is defined as when a person feels tired, has no energy, is physically or mentally exhausted, or lacks motivation. Symptoms of Fatigue Appetite loss Blurry...
by Hannah Murry | Oct 15, 2018 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Who Can Get a Flu Shot? According to the CDC, nearly everyone older than age 6 months should be vaccinated. However, some people need the flu shot more than others, including people over the age of 65, pregnant women, and people who have chronic conditions like...
by Hannah Murry | Oct 1, 2018 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Is a Urinary Tract Infection? A urinary tract infection occurs when there is an infection somewhere in your urinary system, such as in the kidneys, ureters, bladder and/or urethra. While anyone can suffer from a urinary tract infection, women are more susceptible...
by Hannah Murry | Sep 15, 2018 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
What Is Walking Pneumonia? As a milder form of pneumonia, walking pneumonia occurs when a bacterial infection affects your upper and lower respiratory tract. Although walking pneumonia is mostly experienced by school-age children and adults under 40, anyone can be at...
by Hannah Murry | Sep 1, 2018 | Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Who Needs a Drug Screening? Basically, anyone can be subject to a drug screening. In most cases, drug screenings are a part of the application process when a person applies for a job. However, depending on the company policy, the screening might test for both drug and...
by Hannah Murry | Aug 15, 2018 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
Do I Have Bronchitis? When the lining of the bronchial tube becomes inflamed, bronchitis sets in. Symptoms can linger for anywhere between two weeks and a month, depending on how severe your case is. Bronchitis Symptoms Chest pressure Chronic cough Difficulty sleeping...
