As much as we may try to prevent them, injuries happen to us and our kids (especially at local sports and summer camps), and often when we least expect them! Due to increased activity in the spring and summer months, injuries are one of the most common reasons patients seek medical care. So, how are you supposed to know what kind of injury you or your child is dealing with? Read on →

Definitely. In fact, kidney infections can cause serious, if not life-threatening, health complications when left untreated or not treated correctly! Although this sounds scary, kidney infections are largely avoidable. Our AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road team explains why below, so read on! What Causes a Kidney Infection? Kidney infections usually start with a previous bladder infection that has been left untreated, which then spreads to the kidneys. Bacteria called E. Read on →

Although ear infections are definitely more common among children, that doesn’t mean that you can’t get one as an adult. So, if you’ve never had an ear infection before, how are you supposed to know if you have one? Our AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road provides some answers below. What Is an Ear Infection, Anyway? While there are technically three different types of ear infections (inner, middle and outer), a common ear infection occurs when bacteria or viral particles affect the middle ear—the section of the ear just behind the eardrum. Read on →

Sports physicals are typically valid for one calendar year. However, some schools are different, so if your student athlete attends a school like Selwyn Elementary or Piedmont Open Middle School, check with your school administration first. Our AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road team provides some more helpful info on sports physicals below, so read on! Why Does My Child Need a Sports Physical? Sports physicals are necessary because they can help you find out about and deal with health problems that might interfere with your child’s participation in a sport. Read on →

Are you experiencing a sore throat? If so, it’s a common symptom during the early spring months. But how can you be sure that your sore throat isn’t a sign of something more serious? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road has the answers you’re looking for, so keep reading! What Causes a Sore Throat? Sore throats are most commonly caused by allergens, like dust or pollen, viral infections and bacterial infections. Read on →

COVID-19 is about as unpredictable as it gets. No one thought this illness would still be around a whole year later, and the symptoms vary in every case. So, is there any way you can know what to expect if you fall ill to the dreaded coronavirus? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road has some answers, so read on. What Symptoms Will I Experience First? According to recent studies, fever, cough, muscle pain, nausea or vomiting, and diarrhea are the most common symptoms of the virus, and often occur in that order. Read on →

Bladder infections are the most common type of urinary tract infection, and they can be quite serious when not treated correctly. Our team at AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road highlights some effective ways to treat your bladder infection below. Here’s what to do: Make sure, before trying any treatment tactics, that you are, in fact, dealing with a bladder infection. If you are experiencing pain when you urinate, pain in your bladder or pelvis, feelings of frequent urination and/or cloudy and smelly urine, you likely have a bladder infection. Read on →

Honestly, we need all the help we can get with our health this winter. With flu season being in full swing in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, it’s safe to say that lots of us are not feeling our best this year. But there are things we can do every day to help our bodies out! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Monroe Rd. highlights how you can help your immune system out. Read on →

COVID-19 has affected everyone this past year, no matter how young or old. Unfortunately, the risk for severe illness increases with age, and the coronavirus is no exception. Elderly people are the most vulnerable population and should be extra cautious when dealing with COVID-19. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Monroe Road explores this topic. How Can COVID-19 Affect My Elderly Relatives? If you have a loved one living in an assisted living or nursing home facility, it is no doubt this year has looked a lot different. Read on →

Let’s face it, the winter months aren’t a great time of year for our health—especially with the resurgence of COVID-19. To do our best at avoiding what experts are deeming a “twindemic,” it’s important to follow necessary health-safety precautions like wearing a mask in public and social distancing. If you do happen to get sick this year, how are you supposed to know if it’s the flu or COVID-19 that’s causing your symptoms? Read on →