Whether it’s at a YMCA Summer Camp or during a sporting event at Covenant Day School Summer Camp, injuries happen. So, if your child is dealing with sore ribs or a hurt ankle, is it time to take him or her to get an X-ray? It could be, and our team at AFC Urgent Care Ardrey Kell walks you through how to know if your child needs one or not below! Read on →

A kidney infection is serious stuff. It’s possible to use some at-home remedies to ease pain and symptoms, but you should always go to a doctor first if you are afraid you have a kidney infection. Our AFC Urgent Care Ardrey Kell team provides more helpful information on kidney infections below, so read on! What Is a Kidney Infection? A kidney infection, medically known as pyelonephritis, is a type of urinary tract infection (UTI) that generally begins in the urethra or bladder and travels to one or both of the kidneys. Read on →

Yes, there actually are. While most children typically get sick with a middle ear infection, adults can experience three different kinds of ear infections: inner, middle and outer ear infections. Our AFC Urgent Care Ardrey Kell team walks you through each type of ear infection and how to avoid them below, so read on! What Are the Differences Between Each Ear Infection? Inner and outer ear infections are less common types of infections. Read on →

Thankfully, COVID-19 cases have been on a steady decline lately, so that means spring sports are beginning to return in full! However, before your child hits the fields and diamonds of Elon Park Elementary or Community House Middle, he or she needs a sports physical first! Why, you ask? Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Ardrey Kell team provides some answers. Why Does My Child Need a Sports Physical? Read on →

Did you know? Between 11,000 and 24,000 Americans fall ill from strep throat every year, and many are beginning to feel its effects in our area. But, why? How does a person even get strep throat in the first place? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Ardrey Kell has the answers you’re looking for, so read on. What Causes Strep Throat? Strep throat is caused by bacteria called Streptococcus pyogenes, or group A Streptococcus (also known as group A strep, or GAS). Read on →