by Drew Allen | Nov 27, 2024 | Healthy Living
As winter approaches and seasonal illnesses rise, it’s crucial to recognize the signs of respiratory infections in children. Walking pneumonia, a milder form of pneumonia, can often be overlooked because of its subtle symptoms. However, it can still cause...
by Aniela Kinser | Nov 27, 2024 | Emergency Clinic, Urgent Care Clinic, Walk In Clinic
At AFC Urgent Care in Huntersville, NC, your health is our priority. That’s why we’re excited to introduce new weekday hours: 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Friday. This earlier opening time allows us to better accommodate your busy schedule, particularly during...
by Drew Allen | Nov 12, 2024 | Healthy Living
Fall is here, and there’s no better time to enjoy the season with activities like pumpkin patches, hayrides, and fall festivals around Huntersville! Yet, with COVID-19 cases continuing to fluctuate, it’s essential to know what to watch for if you’ve been...
by Drew Allen | Oct 26, 2024 | Healthy Living
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness that primarily affects young children but can also spread to adults. Caused by the coxsackievirus, HFMD is highly contagious and spreads easily in environments where children are in close contact, such as...
by Drew Allen | Oct 9, 2024 | Healthy Living
As a parent, it can be difficult to determine if your child’s illness is just a mild cold, the flu, or something more concerning like COVID-19. The symptoms of these respiratory illnesses often overlap, making it challenging to distinguish one from the other. However,...
by Aniela Kinser | Sep 26, 2024 | Healthy Living
Worried that a cold could lead to the flu? Don’t be! While it may feel like you’re bouncing between illnesses, the common cold and the flu are caused by different viruses, so catching the flu from a cold isn’t possible. The team at AFC Urgent Care Huntersville...
by Savannah Jones | Aug 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
How Long Does Pink Eye Last in Kids? As spring arrives and the weather warms up, energy levels start to soar, much like the flowers awakening from their winter slumber. Children eagerly venture outdoors to play, except when rain drives them back inside. On those rainy...
by Savannah Jones | Aug 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
How Long Will I Have Bronchitis? Bronchitis, often referred to as a chest cold, is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes which take air to and from the lungs. It is a common respiratory illness, yet some are surprised to find out that it comes in two...
by Savannah Jones | Aug 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
Signs of Asthma in Children Walking outside and taking a deep breath of fresh spring air as you explore the Downtown Greenway can bring joy and a vibrant feeling after the cold and dreary winter months. For some, though, the very idea has them reaching for their...
