Feeling nauseous is the worst, and it seems to always happen at the worst time. Nausea can stem from a variety of causes. Some people are highly sensitive to motion or to certain foods, medications or the effects of medical conditions. All these things can cause nausea. Our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team highlights what to know about nausea and when you should be concerned about it below, so keep reading! Read on →

While yeast infections are uncomfortable to experience, they’re not usually serious. In fact, more than 1 million women in the U.S. have a yeast infection every year! To learn more about yeast infections and what their symptoms look like, read on as our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team shares the facts. What Is a Yeast Infection? Vaginal yeast infection is a common fungal infection of the genitals. It causes inflammation, irritation, itching and vaginal discharge. Read on →

Bronchitis is a common respiratory illness, but did you know? There are actually two types of this illness: acute and chronic. Bronchitis, in general, is an inflammation of the lining in the bronchial tubes, but acute and chronic bronchitis last for different periods of time. Our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team provides some further helpful information on this sickness below. What Causes Bronchitis? Acute and chronic bronchitis are caused by different things. Read on →

It’s true that STDs carry a lot of stigma, but they’re still more common than you might think. In fact, the CDC estimates that one in five people have an STD. Although young women and men are most vulnerable, STDs are increasingly affecting those over age 50, too. So, because STDs are so common, it’s important to get tested for them—especially if you are sexually active with more than one person. Read on →

Rashes are the worst, and they’re more common during the summer. If you’ve recently developed a rash, it can be tough to know where it came from or how serious it will become. Thankfully, most rashes can be treated similarly. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway further elaborates on rashes and their treatment. Here’s what to do: First off, and you’ve probably heard this before, avoid scratching the rash. Read on →

Pulling a muscle is the worst! Not only is it painful, but it can hamper mobility for long periods of time, which is extremely frustrating. Luckily, there are things you can do every day to lower your risk of experiencing a painful muscle strain that ultimately wears on both your body and your nerves. Read on as our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway center provides further helpful information on muscle strains below. Read on →

We all love our cats, but their bites can be more dangerous to your health than you might realize. Our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team provides some helpful information on cat bites and the potential impact they could have on your health below, so keep reading! What’s the Problem With Cat Bites? Although cat teeth are quite small, they’re generally very sharp. These sharp teeth easily puncture the skin, leaving small yet deep wounds. Read on →

Even in the age of COVID-19, the flu is still a threat. Yes, flu rates have thankfully gone down due to additional health-safety precautions, but it’s still possible to get sick with the flu virus. If you are experiencing flu symptoms, it’s important to get a rapid flu test from our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway center. We explain why below, so keep reading! How Can I Know If I Have the Flu? Read on →

Summer camps like Camp Webb are all fun and games until your child runs into some poison ivy! Dealing with a poison ivy rash, as many of us are aware, is uncomfortable and highly irritating. When your child comes home from camp, is there a way to treat the rash, or is visiting our AFC center the only way to deal with it? Our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway team has some answers, so keep reading! Read on →

We all get cuts and scratches from time to time, but sometimes they’re deeper than others. When you get a cut or laceration that bleeds a lot, it can still be tough to know whether it warrants getting stitched up. Our AFC Urgent Care Chapman Highway explains how you can tell if you need stitches below, so read on! Here’s what to do: First, evaluate the size and depth of your cut. Read on →