AH-CHOO! Wait a minute…allergy symptoms were only supposed to appear during the spring and summer, right? Wrong! The fall season is just as hard on allergy sufferers as the other seasons throughout the year. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to know ways you can start alleviating fall allergies so that you can enjoy the season rather than dealing with a scratchy throat and watery eyes. Read on →

It’s that time of year again—fall sports season has arrived! Is your athlete ready to play? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to know the benefits that come with playing sports, as well as ways you can reduce your child’s risk of injury. Do Sports Help Kids? While there are definitely physical benefits that come with playing sports, children are also able to develop skills they will need for a lifetime. Read on →

According to a recent report, approximately 164 million people living in the U.S. have trouble falling or staying asleep at least one night a week. However, even one bad night of sleep can throw your entire week out of whack. Therefore, our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to know how you can start getting a better night’s sleep every night so that you can be your best self the next day! Read on →

Diabetes is one of the most commonly diagnosed medical conditions in the United States, but many people don’t know a lot about it. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants to share some insight into the disease and how to prevent it. Read on as we take a look. What Exactly Is Diabetes? When you have diabetes, your blood glucose—otherwise known as blood sugar—is too high. The reason for that depends on the type of diabetes you have. Read on →

Since your kids’ summer break has probably been filled with sleeping in and staying up late, getting ready to go back to school might be a little rough. But our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants to share some tips that may make the transition smoother. What Do I Need to Do to Get My Kids Ready for School? Have your family’s healthy habits fallen by the wayside this summer? Read on →

When headed outdoors this summer, the last thing you want to experience is a bug bite. Yet, in the dog days of summer, a tick bite can occur any time you step outdoors. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to know what you can do if you get bitten by a tick in order to stay safe and reduce your risk of Lyme disease. What Should You Do if You Have Been Bitten by a Tick? Read on →

The countdown for summer has been on for awhile, and now we are finally to the point where summer is here! Woohoo! However, before we go straight to diving in the swimming pool, our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to learn ways to include safety in your summer fun this year. How Can I Make Sure My Family Is Safe This Summer? Summer brings plenty of fun and lots of sun, but it also brings a set of unique health hazards. Read on →

While no one is looking for an injury that results in the need for stitches, accidents happen all the time. Even something as simple as cutting your finger on a piece of broken glass while washing dishes can result in a need for stitches. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to know that medical care is here when you need it the most—especially when stitches are needed! Read on →

You hear about different cancers all the time, including breast cancer and colorectal cancer. But did you know that skin cancer is actually the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to learn how to take action this summer so that you can still have fun in the sun while keeping your skin safe! What Should I Know About Skin Cancer? Read on →

Most of the time, many of us don’t even think about our health. That is, until we get sick or hurt. However, our team at AFC Urgent Care Farragut wants you to consider making a change. With May known as Family Wellness Month, now is as good of a time as any to start making your family’s health a priority. How Can I Make My Family’s Health a Priority? We all need to start somewhere when it comes to living a healthier life. Read on →