March 19 cannot get here soon enough! While many of us are counting down until the first official day of spring, other people might be counting down until spring sports season arrives. Both are getting closer and closer. If your child is planning on playing a spring sport, our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants you to understand the importance of getting him or her a sports physical before the season starts. Read on →

February is what’s known as American Heart Month. This month was designated as a way to boost awareness about heart disease, which is the leading cause of death among Americans. While some risk factors for heart disease aren’t things we can change, many of them are. Our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants to share some insight about one of those modifiable risk factors—smoking. How Does Smoking Affect the Heart? Read on →

The great thing about starting a new year is that you get a fresh, new start at life—and at improving your health. This can feel overwhelming, particularly if you have lots of things in your life that you’d like to improve. But breaking it down can make it easier, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants to share some tips. Am I Eating a Healthy Diet? Read on →

We all have so many things we want to accomplish during the day. However, we shouldn’t do it at the expense of our sleep! Without quality sleep, our bodies and minds can’t function optimally, making everything an uphill battle. Our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants to offer you some insight about what could be keeping you up at night, along with steps you can take to get better sleep. Read on →

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea—ick. No matter the source, no one wants to be sick during the holiday season. It can be difficult to tell the difference between food poisoning and a stomach virus, which is why our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants to share some insight. Are Food Poisoning and the Stomach Virus the Same Thing? No—they’re two completely different things. Food poisoning is the direct result of the consumption of a contaminated food or beverage. Read on →

We’re right in the heart of cold and flu season. But so many of the illnesses during the fall and winter months have overlapping symptoms, so it can be difficult to tell what illness you have. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care TN is offering some insight into the different illnesses you may experience. What Is the Common Cold? The common cold is a viral infection that affects your upper respiratory system, which includes your nose and throat. Read on →

There are a number of health observances recognized in November, including Bladder Health Month. During this month, our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants you to know how you can start taking action to improve your bladder health. Read on as we offer some perspective! Who Is Most at Risk of Experiencing Bladder Issues? Anyone can experience a bladder issue at any time. However, there are some people who are more at risk of bladder issues than others. Read on →

Cold and flu season has arrived—the first cases of flu have already made their way into east Tennessee. You know that your best defense against the flu is the flu shot, but there are also other steps you can take to lower your risk of both cold and flu. Our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants to talk a bit about boosting your immune system. Why Is a Strong Immune System Important? Read on →

While it may not feel like flu season just yet, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is already urging people to get their flu shots. Tennessee residents can do their part by getting their flu shot early and practicing flu prevention strategies all season long to help us keep our state healthy! Our team at AFC Urgent Care TN has some suggestions. Health Tips for Flu Season in Tennessee 1. Read on →

October was meant for fall festivals, leaves changing and trick-or-treating. It was NOT meant for the flu! Our team at AFC Urgent Care TN wants you to know how you can take action against the flu virus this season, as well as what you can do if you do come down with the flu. What Is the Best Way to Prevent the Flu? This is an easy one! Get your flu shot. Read on →