by Grace Watrich | Sep 10, 2025 | Healthy Living
Outdoor activities can expose you to plants like poison ivy, oak, and sumac that cause itchy rashes. Learn how to identify, prevent, and treat plant-related rashes with tips from AFC Urgent Care Hickory. Spending time outdoors is one of the best parts of North...
by Grace Watrich | Aug 22, 2025 | Healthy Living
Stay healthy while you travel. Learn how to prevent sickness with AFC Urgent Care Hickory and book your visit today to prepare for a safe, stress-free trip. Whether you are flying out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport or planning a road trip through North...
by Maggie Possinger | Jul 3, 2025 | Healthy Living
Is your sunburn blistering or painful to the touch? It might be time to check into our urgent care in Hickory. No appointments necessary! Summer in Hickory means kayaking and canoeing at Rotary-Geitner Park, baseball games at L.P. Frans Stadium, and long walks on the...
by Drew Allen | Jun 11, 2025 | Healthy Living
Spending a sunny afternoon at the Hickory Community Center or enjoying a playful morning at the nearby playground often brings joy and laughter for children and families. Yet, sometimes that carefree day can take an unexpected turn when a child feels unwell or gets...
by Drew Allen | Jun 1, 2025 | Healthy Living
It’s a sunny weekend afternoon, and your family is enjoying a day at the park. In the middle of a game of catch at Civitan Park, someone slips and twists their ankle. The swelling starts right away, and the pain looks serious. You’re left asking yourself,...
by Drew Allen | May 13, 2025 | Healthy Living
You’ve probably debated whether to call it an STI or an STD while enjoying a sweet cone from Carolina Crafted Creamery. While it may seem like a small distinction, understanding the difference between these terms is important, especially when it comes to your sexual...
by Drew Allen | Apr 28, 2025 | Healthy Living
In a world where convenience is key, navigating your healthcare options can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re grabbing lunch at a local favorite like The Crossing at Hollar Mill or just enjoying a day at home, health concerns can strike at any time....
by Drew Allen | Apr 13, 2025 | Healthy Living
When you’re not feeling well, every minute spent waiting to see a provider can feel like an eternity. That’s why urgent care centers like AFC Hickory are designed to offer convenient, same-day care for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. Still, many patients...
by Drew Allen | Mar 28, 2025 | Healthy Living
If you’ve ever bundled up for a morning jog along Hickory’s beautiful Geitner-Rotary Park trail or taken a brisk walk through Glenn C. Hilton Jr. Memorial Park in the winter, you may have wondered: Is it safe to exercise in cold weather? While colder temperatures...
by Drew Allen | Mar 14, 2025 | Healthy Living
Few things in life bring as much joy and comfort as the companionship of a beloved pet. Whether you have a playful pup, a cuddly cat, or even a reptilian friend, pets quickly become cherished members of the family. But have you ever wondered if your furry, feathered,...
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