by Social Joey | Sep 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Scheduling an STD test can certainly be uncomfortable, but sometimes uncomfortable medical visits are the most important ones to make—especially when STD rates are as high as they are. According to the CDC, one in five people have an STD. To learn more about STDs and...
by Social Joey | Aug 16, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s safe to say that we’ve all heard of heat rash before. Even though you know what it is, how can you know that the new rash that has developed on your skin is, indeed, heat rash? Our AFC Urgent Care Sevierville team highlights what heat rash is and how you can...
by Social Joey | Aug 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s safe to say that we’ve all either heard of or experienced a pulled muscle before, but do you know what actually happens to the body when it suffers a pulled muscle? Our AFC Urgent Care Sevierville shares some helpful information on pulled muscles and muscle...
by Social Joey | May 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
What Are X-rays? X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation that can penetrate or pass through the human body and produce shadow-like images of bones and some organs. The images can reveal signs of disease and injury. There are several different types of X-rays...
by Social Joey | May 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
What Is a Kidney Infection? A kidney infection, or pyelonephritis, is a type of urinary tract infection that generally begins in your urethra or bladder and travels to one or both of your kidneys. A kidney infection requires prompt medical attention. If not treated...
by Social Joey | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
What Will My Medical Provider Need to Know? A sports physical is a quick 15–25 minute physical with a provider that helps determine if it is safe for a child to play on a sports team, and there are two main components: your child’s medical history and a physical...
by Social Joey | Mar 15, 2021 | Healthy Living
approximately 11,000 and 24,000 Americans every year. So, is it inevitable that you will get strep throat this year? Definitely not, and our team at AFC Urgent Care Sevierville explains why below. How Can I Get Strep Throat? Strep throat is caused by bacteria called...
by Social Joey | Mar 3, 2021 | Healthy Living
What Symptoms Will I Experience First? Typically, according to recent studies, fever is the first symptom to manifest itself. Followed by cough, body aches and gastrointestinal distress. As we said earlier, though, COVID-19 symptoms tend to vary a lot in every case....
by Social Joey | Feb 16, 2021 | Healthy Living
Here’s what to do: Figure out if what you’re experiencing constitutes a UTI. A few common symptoms include a burning sensation when peeing, frequent urination, cloudy or dark urine, urine with a strong odor, and a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying. What to do...
by Social Joey | Feb 1, 2021 | Healthy Living
Why Get the Flu Vaccine? The winter months are prime time for the flu, and the flu vaccine works to protect your body against the virus. While the vaccine doesn’t eliminate your risk of actually getting sick with the flu, it does lower your chances of getting it and,...
