Viruses typically reign supreme in the medical world during the winter, and this year, virus season is taken to a new level with the presence of COVID-19. Because the flu and COVID-19 are at their peak right now, how are you supposed to know which one you have if you do fall ill? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville has some answers, so read on. How Do I Know If I Have the Flu? Read on →

The winter of 2021 is likely different than anything any of us has ever experienced. COVID-19 and the flu are abundant and the world is still on pause, so what can we do to get through this season unfazed? Luckily, our immune systems exist to help keep us well, but there are lots of things we can do to make sure they are working correctly! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville explains. Read on →

Because this entire pandemic has been about the state of the world, it has been easy to put ourselves on the backburner. Doomscrolling and the general unrest of our society has, no doubt, dramatically increased our stress levels, but learning some healthy self-care habits is a great way to cope and help the mind and body feel fresh and relaxed! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville further explains. Read on →

It’s no secret that downsizing, decluttering and developing better feng shui in the home is trendy at the moment. But have you ever wondered why? A little general organization and tidiness can actually benefit your health because with organization comes greater cleanliness! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville further highlights why cleaning up your home can do wonders for your overall health. How Does an Organized Home Benefit My Health? Read on →

Contracting the coronavirus is a scary thought for many of us, and even though the health precautions we have been following for months now definitely help, they don’t eliminate the risk of getting COVID-19. If you do happen to fall ill to COVID-19, we encourage you not to panic! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville walks you through the next steps toward getting healthy. How Bad Is It Really to Get COVID-19? Read on →

This year, the COVID-19 pandemic has kept a lot of our kids home for extended periods of time. No doubt boredom has been an issue and many parents do not want their kids to spend too long playing video games, on their phones or watching television. There are good reasons to avoid too much screen time with children. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville explores healthier ways to keep your kids entertained. Read on →

“Everything that exceeds the bounds of moderation has an unstable foundation.” While the ancient philosopher Seneca wasn’t talking about the negative effects of screen time in the above quote, he definitely could have been! As it is with most things, moderation is the best approach—especially when it comes to technology and screen time. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville highlights why too much screen time can have adverse effects on your health. Read on →

We all crave a good night’s sleep. However, quality sleep can be hard to come by for many of us. There have got to be some tried-and-true true ways to get consistently good rest at night, right? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville answers that question. What Will Help Me Sleep Better? While it can be tempting to just pop in a sleeping pill to get the rest you need, most scientists and medical experts alike advise against that. Read on →

If you have struggled with maintaining your mental health this year, you’re not alone. The year 2020 has done a number on the minds of millions of Americans. Read on as AFC Urgent Care Louisville sheds light on mental health and how to keep your mind intact. What Should I Do if My Mental Health Is Struggling? One of the worst things that has come about as a side effect of the coronavirus is isolation. Read on →

With as much coffee as many of us drink, we’d sure like for that to be the case, wouldn’t we? Well, coffee, albeit consumed in moderation, does thankfully offer several health benefits! Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville gives you the scoop on this staple drink. What Can Coffee Do for My Health? As most of us know, coffee is a commonly used source of caffeine. Read on →