Influenza is certainly making itself comfortable across the nation this season. Because of the large number of flu cases this year, it is important to refresh your memory about the symptoms to be on the lookout for during the remainder of the winter months. In addition to getting your annual flu shot as soon as possible, we also encourage everyone in your family to practice proper hand hygiene and stay home when sick. Read on →

Are you feeling under the weather? At this point during the season, it is not uncommon to experience an illness (or two) by now. Getting sick is never convenient, so when you do fall ill, it is important to know what you are suffering from so you can seek the proper treatment. Infections can be viral or bacterial, and each situation requires a different treatment plan. Check out AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne’s latest blog below to learn how to start feeling better today. Read on →

With so many illnesses circulating about, chances are either you or someone in your household has been sick recently. While all these illnesses can produce different symptoms, one common symptom is a fever. Our bodies naturally experience fevers in order to fight against infection and are actually working to help you feel better! Our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team explains the benefits of fevers below, so keep reading. How Does a Fever Help You Heal? Read on →

Getting a flu shot at the start of every flu season is recommended for all eligible people 6 months and older. It can prevent you from getting sick altogether and it can keep you from getting seriously sick if you do end up coming down with influenza. We are so pleased to offer the flu vaccine to our community! Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne can provide you with protection from the flu today. Read on →

Chances are that you have probably had at least one headache in your lifetime. Headaches can be caused by so many different things that they are one of the most common ailments! In the majority of cases, headaches are caused by minor issues and can be remedied at home. However, in rare circumstances, headaches may indicate a serious medical condition that requires emergency assistance right away. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne team explains what signs to watch out for. Read on →

The weather is cooling down, the holidays are right around the corner, and cold and flu season is ramping up! Getting sick is never on anyone’s to-do list, but this time of year is the perfect environment for multiple illnesses to thrive. One illness that you need to watch out for in your home is respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. This virus has the potential to make your infant or small child really sick and it can even be deadly. Read on →

Did you know that prescription antibiotics have been around for less than 100 years? Before that, developing a bacterial infection was incredibly deadly! A third of all deaths back then were attributed to complications due to an infection. We are so thankful for antibiotics. Nowadays, a quick prescription can have you feeling back to normal in no time. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne shares the details about antibiotics below. Read on →

A vertigo attack can appear suddenly and be debilitating. It is much more than just a simple dizziness from time to time! Instead, vertigo makes your world spin around you and your entire surroundings can shift before your eyes and seemingly beneath your feet. While your environment is spinning, it can be hard to accomplish anything or simply move through your day. While vertigo can be a diagnosis, it is important to note that vertigo is more of a symptom than an illness. Read on →

Sciatica can be a debilitating condition that can limit your ability to function normally. The burning or shooting pain it causes can make it hard to walk or sit comfortably. The good news is that most cases of sciatica will resolve on their own in time, but you may just be uncomfortable until it goes away. Our staff at AFC Urgent Care Ballantyne want you to feel better quickly and offers some helpful info on sciatica below. Read on →

Even though sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are not usually discussed between family and friends, they are actually relatively common. They affect about one in five people every year in America. If you begin to experience any unpleasant symptoms, you may be concerned that you have an STD. It is important to be tested as soon as you can in order to prevent spreading it to a new partner or developing a more serious problem later in life. Read on →