If you’re sexually active, then yes, it is necessary to get regularly tested for STDs. We know it doesn’t sound or feel very glamorous to be regularly tested, but it’s important for your and your future partner’s sexual and overall health. Our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team further highlights why STD testing is important below. What Is an STD? Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections or STIs, are very common. Read on →

Feeling that painful twinge in your lower back or neck can be scary. Many of us have likely experienced this feeling before, so how concerned should we actually be? Our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team provides some helpful answers and information below, so read on. Are All Muscle Strains the Same? No, they aren’t. Muscle strains (more commonly known as pulled muscles) vary in severity. A muscle strain occurs when your specific muscle is overstretched or torn, and the severity of the tear or overstretched muscle varies from mild to severe. Read on →

RSV is the newest respiratory illness that is on the rise in our area. While it’s certainly not as severe as COVID-19, more and more children are getting sick with it due to more people being out and about without masks. Our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team explains what RSV is. Read on to get the facts. What Should I Know About RSV? RSV is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Read on →

Playtime with your family dog is always fun, but sometimes it can turn a little sour quickly. No matter how sweet they are, dogs are dogs and bites can happen. Should all bites be medically treated, though? Our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team answers that question and provides further helpful information below. Should I Go to the Doctor for My Bite Wound? Some bites are certainly worse than others, but in general, most experts recommend seeking medical care within 24 hours if you’ve sustained a dog bite that has broken the skin. Read on →

Yes, they do! According to the TSSAA, student-athletes won’t be able to participate in their specific sport without a prior physical exam. So, aside from the fact that they’re required by schools, why are sports physicals necessary? Our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team provides some helpful information below. Why Are Sports Physicals Helpful? Sports physicals raise awareness of any issues, like hernias and uncontrolled asthma, that may interfere with your children’s ability to participate in a sport. Read on →

Rashes are certainly annoying and uncomfortable to experience, and they’re much more common during the summertime than any other time of the year. If you’ve developed a new rash and aren’t sure where it came from, our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team is here to help you feel more informed about the state of your skin! What Causes Rashes? An allergic reaction occurs when a person’s immune system is overly sensitive to a typically harmless substance or allergen. Read on →

We all know that X-rays are helpful medical tools, but because they are a form of radiation, are they safe to get? Our AFC Urgent Care Memphis team explains the purpose and other facts you need to know about X-rays below. What Does an X-ray Do? An X-ray is a common imaging test that’s been used for decades, and it helps your doctor view the inside of your body without having to make an incision. Read on →

According to studies, ear infections are one of the most common reasons kids visit the doctor before the age of five. But why? What makes ear infections so common among children? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Memphis shares some helpful answers. What Causes a Child’s Ear Infection? There are technically three different types of ear infections (inner, middle and outer), but the most common type of ear infection among children is the infection of the middle ear. Read on →

Did you know? Diabetes is actually one of the most common diseases in the US as nearly one in 10 Americans deal with it every year. Why, though? While the causes of Type 1 diabetes are generally beyond our control, the risk factors of Type 2 diabetes are largely lifestyle-related. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Memphis provides some further helpful information on one of the nation’s most common diseases below. Read on →

Strep throat is most common among children, but that doesn’t mean that adults can’t get it! In fact, according to the CDC, between 11,000 and 24,000 Americans fall ill to strep throat every year. So, how can you stay away from it? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Memphis highlights some helpful info on strep throat below, 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 →