Spring is beautiful, but it’s also a key time of year for seasonal allergies. As plants release pollen, millions of people with hay fever start to sniffle and sneeze. There’s no cure but you can take steps to curb springtime allergies, from medication to household habits. Causes The biggest spring allergy trigger is pollen. Trees,… Read more »
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SEASONAL ALLERGIES: Routes to Relief
Seasonal Allergies Treated at MainStreet Family Urgent Care Seasonal allergies are a pain in the nose. Don’t suffer from pollen. Come see the friendly staff at MainStreet Family Urgent Care today! Ah, spring. The perfect time to get outside for long walks in the neighborhood, hikes in the hills, and springtime gardening. But that “ah” can… Read more »
Allergies vs Colds: How to tell the difference, and how to get back to feeling better fast
It’s that time of year again. You know, the time of year when you get that tickle in your throat and you can’t tell if you’re getting sick or if it’s just the amount of pollen in the air. Or when your child’s nose suddenly is always running and you’re praying it’s just allergies and… Read more »
MainStreet Family Urgent Care Celebrates Two Year Anniversary
On Wednesday, January 31st, MainStreet Family Urgent Care will celebrate two years of serving the Blount County community. MainStreet, located in Oneonta one block south of WalMart on Hwy 75, was the first of its kind for the area and introduced consistent after-hours care to the community. Open 7 days a week with extended hours, Monday… Read more »
COLD VS. FLU: DO YOU KNOW THE SYMPTOMS?
Flu Season is Here! Do you know how to tell the difference between the common cold and influenza? MainStreet Family Urgent Care wants you to be aware and prepared! Your nose is stuffy, your throat is scratchy, and your head is pounding. Is it a cold or the seasonal flu? Symptoms can overlap, so unless… Read more »
MainStreet Family Urgent Care in Eufaula’s One Year Anniversary!
MainStreet Family Urgent Care in Eufaula’s One Year Anniversary! It’s MainStreet Family Urgent Care in Eufaula’s one year anniversary today, January 19th, 2018, and you can see the excitement in the clinic. Although it is peak flu season, clinic staff members are excitingly buzzing, chatting about the small party arranged for the one-year anniversary celebration. … Read more »
Moody Awarded 2017 Business of the Year
Moody Awarded 2017 Business of the Year! MainStreet Family Urgent Care in Moody, was presented with 2017 Business of the Year by the Moody Area Chamber. It is a privilege to serve the local community and we appreciate every patient that has visited the clinic. We would like to thank you all for the support that… Read more »
Dr. Wags Donates to the Cherokee County Crisis Center
Donating to the Cherokee County Crisis Center This year, Dr. Wags wanted to share the Christmas spirit by giving. After all, Christmas is all about giving to others. We thought about Cherokee County and what organizations need the donations. There are so many great organizations around our area, but one stood out – Cherokee County… Read more »
It’s Nurse Practitioner Week!
Happy Nurse Practitioner Week to all our MainStreet & KidsStreet practitioners! At MainStreet Family Care, we encourage praise and increased recognition of the importance, education and care behind a certified Nurse Practitioner. What exactly is a Nurse Practitioner? A Nurse Practitioner is a registered nurse (RN) with advanced training in diagnosing and treating illness. They have the knowledge and training to… Read more »
Flu Season us upon us, and coming quickly!
We would like to share some important information that we obtained from the CDC on Flu Season! Many reasons why you should recieve your flu vaccination at MainStreet Family Urgent Care! The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild… Read more »