by Social Joey | May 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Every company or business has its own pitch. Whether they boast cheaper prices, better customer service or whatever the case may be, there’s always a reason to choose their brand. What separates our AFC center from most companies, though, is the fact that we hold true...
by Social Joey | Apr 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Easy bruising isn’t as uncommon as you might think. It’s much more common as people grow older, as older adults have thinner skin and less padding to guard their blood vessels from trauma, resulting in more bruises. However, some underlying conditions can lead to more...
by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are very common, but they can be quite severe for some. Although many Americans experience acute GI diseases each year, over 20 million Americans deal with chronic GI diseases each year, too. Read on to learn more about GI diseases from...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
Infectious mononucleosis, or “mono,” as it’s most commonly known, is a viral infection. Teens and young adults are the two age groups it most often affects, but anyone can get it, no matter how old they are. Although symptoms aren’t usually very severe, they can last...
by Social Joey | Mar 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Breakthrough infections are things that no one wants to see happen. Despite our efforts to get vaccinated and boosted, the omicron variant has still found ways to affect the fully vaccinated, which has been disheartening. However, it’s not a reason to give up hope....
by Social Joey | Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
It’s safe to assume you’re aware that the winter months are notorious for bringing a slew of viruses along with them. In the past, the flu has been the thing that most of us focused our time and attention on avoiding, but with the prevalence of COVID-19, things have...
by Social Joey | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Croup is a common illness among young children. Many kids between the ages of 3 months and 5 years get it, but it’s typically not a huge cause for concern as most cases can be treated without seeking medical help. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team provides more...
by Social Joey | Jan 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
No, it’s not. While it’s true that strep throat isn’t a particularly dangerous infection, it can become dangerous when it isn’t taken care of in a timely manner. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team explains why below, so keep reading! What Causes Strep Throat? Strep...
by Social Joey | Jan 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
When most of us think of the flu, we think of having a high fever. While this is, indeed, true in most flu cases, a fever isn’t the only flu symptom to be aware of. Our AFC Urgent Care Mooresville team highlights some other flu symptoms to be on the lookout for this...
by Social Joey | Dec 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
As much as we don’t want it to be the case, injuries happen. In fact, injuries in the home are very common among older adults, as more than one in four people ages 65 and older fall at home. In-home falls can result in broken bones, which can be serious, life-altering...
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