AFC Urgent Care Gastonia NC

AFC Urgent Care Gastonia NC AFC Urgent Care Gastonia, NC: The Right Care, Right Now.

Not every childhood illness is as familiar as the flu or a common cold.During the summer and back-to-school season, pare...
08/20/2026

Not every childhood illness is as familiar as the flu or a common cold.

During the summer and back-to-school season, parents may encounter lesser-known pediatric conditions like impetigo, Fifth disease, hand, foot, and mouth disease, and coxsackievirus infections. While these illnesses are often common among children, they can cause uncomfortable symptoms and may require medical evaluation.

Keep an eye out for signs such as:
🩹 Unusual rashes or skin sores
🌡️ Fever
😷 Sore throat
👋 Painful blisters on the hands, feet, or inside the mouth
😴 Fatigue or general discomfort

If your child develops symptoms that have you concerned, AFC is here to help with convenient walk-in care for children and families. Our team can evaluate symptoms, provide treatment recommendations, and help your child get back to feeling their best.

Because when it comes to your child's health, peace of mind matters. ❤️

08/18/2026

We're honored to share that AFC has been ranked No. 40 on TIME's inaugural list of America's Best Private Companies for 2026! 🏆

This recognition reflects the dedication of our physicians, providers, care teams, franchisees, and support staff who work every day to make quality, convenient healthcare more accessible to the community. The ranking, developed by TIME and Statista, evaluates privately held companies based on employee satisfaction and company impact.

To our patients, thank you for trusting AFC with your care. And to our incredible team members. Thank you for the compassion, commitment, and excellence you bring to every patient interaction.

Here's to continuing our mission of delivering convenient, high-quality healthcare close to home. ❤️

Click the link to learn more: https://bit.ly/4foX6Rb

08/13/2026

POV: The salad was not, in fact, looking out for your health. 🥗

If you've seen recent headlines about Cyclospora outbreaks in the U.S. and are suddenly side-eyeing your lunch, you're not alone.

Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause a foodborne illness called cyclosporiasis, often linked to contaminated fresh produce. Symptoms may include:
Nausea
Frequent diarrhea
Stomach cramps
Fatigue
Low-grade fever

The tricky part? Symptoms may not show up until several days, or over a week, after exposure.

The good news: cyclosporiasis is treatable, and you don't have to spend hours searching your symptoms online trying to figure out what's going on.

If you're experiencing persistent gastrointestinal symptoms, AFC can evaluate your condition, help determine the cause, and recommend appropriate treatment so you can get back to feeling like yourself again.

Is your back-to-school checklist complete? 📚✏️Between shopping for supplies, preparing lunches, and getting back into a ...
08/11/2026

Is your back-to-school checklist complete? 📚✏️

Between shopping for supplies, preparing lunches, and getting back into a routine, it's easy to overlook a few important health-related tasks before the first day of school.

As you prepare for a successful school year, don't forget to:
✔ Schedule school or sports physicals early
✔ Review immunization records and required health forms
✔ Update any medication or action plans needed for school
✔ Pack a simple health kit for your child's backpack

School physicals are a great opportunity to review your child's overall health, discuss nutrition and physical activity, address concerns such as allergies or asthma, and help ensure they're ready for the classroom, the field, or the stage.

AFC is here to help with convenient walk-in care, school physicals, sports physicals, and more to help your child start the school year healthy, confident, and ready to learn.

Here's to a great school year ahead! 🍎

08/06/2026

A new school year brings new opportunities, new friendships, and new adventures and AFC is proud to support students every step of the way. 🎒

As students head back to school, we wish them a year filled with learning, growth, confidence, and success. And if an unexpected illness, injury, or health concern pops up along the way, AFC is here with convenient walk-in care for kids all year long. 🍎

Here's to a safe, healthy, and successful school year for every student, teacher, and family in our community! ✏️

We had a great time at the Gastonia Back 2 School Bash! ❤️It was wonderful connecting with local families and helping st...
08/05/2026

We had a great time at the Gastonia Back 2 School Bash! ❤️

It was wonderful connecting with local families and helping students get excited for the new school year.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to visit our team. We’re proud to support our community and wish all students a safe, healthy, and successful school year! 📚

Fall sports season is here! Whether your student-athlete is gearing up for football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, ...
08/04/2026

Fall sports season is here! Whether your student-athlete is gearing up for football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, cheer, marching band, or another school activity, now is the perfect time to check school and sports physicals off your to-do list. 🍂🏈

A sports physical can help identify potential health concerns, review medical history, and ensure your child is ready to participate safely throughout the season.

Don't wait until the last minute before tryouts, practices, or competitions begin. Stop by AFC and get your student-athlete ready for a successful season.

Walk in today and get game-day ready! 🏆

07/30/2026

Wondering when diarrhea is more than just a passing stomach bug? 🦠

AFC Medical Director Dr. Rudolph shares what you should know about diarrheal illnesses, including Cyclospora, and the symptoms that may indicate it's time to seek medical care.

If you're experiencing persistent diarrhea, severe stomach cramps, nausea, or other concerning symptoms, don't wait to get the care you need. Our team is here to help you find answers and get you on the road to recovery. 🩺

Walk in 7 days a week! No appointment needed.

Pink, itchy, or irritated eyes? It could be pink eye 👁️This common condition can cause redness, discharge, itching, and ...
07/28/2026

Pink, itchy, or irritated eyes? It could be pink eye 👁️

This common condition can cause redness, discharge, itching, and discomfort, and it can spread easily in schools, workplaces, and households. At AFC Urgent Care, our providers can evaluate your symptoms and recommend the right treatment to help relieve irritation and prevent it from spreading.

If you or your child has pink eye or any other eye infection and needs relief, walk in or schedule an appointment online today.

Summer is full of scraped knees, backyard adventures, pool days, and time spent outdoors. But sometimes those memories c...
07/23/2026

Summer is full of scraped knees, backyard adventures, pool days, and time spent outdoors. But sometimes those memories come with unexpected bumps along the way. 🩹

From hand, foot, and mouth disease and fifth disease to ringworm, bug bites, poison ivy, and minor injuries, AFC is here to help keep your kids healthy all summer long.

Our team provides convenient, walk-in care for children when illnesses and injuries threaten to interrupt the fun. No appointment needed. Walk in 7 days a week! ☀️

Address

1908 E. Franklin Boulevard Suite 100
Gastonia, NC
28054

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 8pm
Thursday 7:30am - 8pm
Friday 7:30am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17042711215

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