Fall is a picturesque time of year, but for many of us, fall allergies rear their ugly heads. Sometimes, fall allergies can be even worse than in the spring. Even though many plants are done blooming by the time fall comes around, why do our allergies get worse? Our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville is here to provide some answers for you. What Causes Fall Allergies? During the spring, flower and tree pollen are the infamous culprits of robbing many of us from enjoying the beautiful weather. Read on →

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, many things have changed—but one thing that has not is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommendation that everyone who is able to get a flu shot does. This year, it is actually more important that everyone receives their flu vaccine in order to stay healthy and avoid overwhelming our medical centers with sick patients. If you have questions about the flu vaccine, your AFC Urgent Care of Louisville team is here to help. Read on →

A lot of things change as we get older. Our risk for certain medical issues increases, your lifestyle changes and it can even be more difficult to walk. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t stay healthy as you age! In fact, in honor of Healthy Aging Month this September, our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville would like to talk you through some healthy aging basics. Will My Nutrition Needs Change as I Get Older? Read on →

Did you know? Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in the U.S. The leading cause of cancer deaths, it’s responsible for more loss of life than breast, colon and prostate cancer together. Sadly, about 80% of lung cancer deaths result from the choice to smoke. Until recently, doctors often did not discover lung cancer until it was far advanced, making it hard to treat. However, lung cancer can now be detected early, when doctors have more treatment options. Read on →

Well, we aren’t nagging you, but yes—you do really need to exercise! Every person of every age can benefit from being physically active. The good news is that even a small amount of activity can make a tremendous difference for your health. Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville offers some perspective on why exercise is important and how much you need to be getting. Why Does Exercise Matter for My Health? Read on →

Did you know? More than 100 million Americans are now living with either diabetes or prediabetes. That’s a lot of people with elevated blood sugar! You may know that there’s more than one type of diabetes, but do you understand the differences between them? Read on as our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville offers some perspective. What Is Diabetes? Before we dive into the different types of diabetes, let’s first talk about what diabetes is. Read on →

Have you been diagnosed with high blood pressure? If so, you aren’t alone! Almost 103 million Americans have high blood pressure. It isn’t just a condition affecting older adults, either. Almost half of all Americans age 20 and older have elevated blood pressure. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville wants to take a few minutes to fill you in on the basics! Read on as we offer some insight. Read on →

With the Louisville face covering order extended through at least June 30, face masks will be a reality for us for the near future. But you aren’t alone if you’re wondering why they’re important. We’ve heard that question from many people, which is why our AFC Urgent Care Louisville team wants to take a few minutes to share some answers about masks and COVID-19. How Does COVID-19 Spread? COVID-19 spreads through airborne particles. Read on →

Your doctor told you at your last appointment that your cholesterol is too high. But what does that mean? More than 102 million Americans have been diagnosed with high cholesterol, making it a common condition. That’s why our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville wants to take a few minutes to talk through what high cholesterol is and how you can prevent it. What Is Cholesterol? To understand what high cholesterol is, you first need to understand what cholesterol is in the first place. Read on →

During Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month this May, our team at AFC Urgent Care Louisville wants to share some tips about how you can protect your skin and reduce your risk of skin cancer. As the weather warms up and we’re able to head outside, these are tips you will want to know! How Common Is Skin Cancer? According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is actually the most common cancer among people living in the United States. Read on →