by Hannah Murry | Feb 15, 2019 | Healthy Living, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
While no one wants to have a heart attack, it can happen to anyone and at any time. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that approximately 715,000 people living in the United States suffer a heart attack each year. In recognition of American...
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...
