Tanner Urgent Care/Villa Rica

11/18/2025

Last month, we posted facts to help our Tanner Urgent Care patients learn more about antibiotics. This month, we’re turning our attention to steroids. What are they, and how can they help us?

First, it’s important to note that corticosteroids are different than anabolic steroids. While athletes and bodybuilders often use anabolic steroids to increase muscle mass, corticosteroids — often called “steroids” for short — reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. Learn more below:

🦴 Steroid use can cause bone thinning, weight gain, high blood sugar and more.

⚠️ Repeated use of steroids can cause cumulative health effects like sleep disorders, glaucoma, cataracts and high blood pressure.

🔋 A quick course has only mild side effects, like extra energy or trouble sleeping.

🍽️ If you experience stomach irritation, try to take your steroids with food or milk.

🫁 They treat a variety of conditions, such as asthma, allergies, arthritis and eczema.

💊 They come in many forms, including pills, creams or inhalers.

🗒️ Common names include fluticasone (Flonase), prednisone and hydrocortisone.

Visit https://bit.ly/4i1v0dQ to schedule an appointment and learn about the services we offer, and if you have any specific questions about steroids, please be sure to talk to your Tanner Urgent Care provider. We can’t wait to help you feel better!

There are times when an illness or an injury is too urgent to wait for a doctor’s appointment but isn’t serious enough for the ER. That’s when Tanner Urgent Care, with locations in Carrollton, Villa Rica and Bremen, makes sense.

10/30/2025

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10/24/2025

Antibiotics like penicillin or amoxicillin are commonly prescribed to fight infections, but have you ever wondered how they actually work?

Normally, your white blood cells can handle small amounts of bacteria on their own, but when harmful bacteria multiply faster than your immune system can keep up, antibiotics help by killing the bacteria and stopping their spread.

Here are some additional fast facts:

📈 Not all conditions require antibiotics — some just have to run their course.

🤧 Antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections like colds and the flu.

✅ Taking antibiotics only when needed prevents side effects and resistance.

⏰ It may take days after your first dose to start feeling better.

🗓️ Always finish your full course of antibiotics even if you feel better early.

🤢 Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea and yeast infections.

⚠️ Seek medical help if you experience hives, swelling or difficulty breathing.

Not sure if antibiotics are the answer? Our team at Tanner Urgent Care can help you get the right treatment — right when you need it. Walk in or schedule an appointment online. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4i1v0dQ.

There are times when an illness or an injury is too urgent to wait for a doctor’s appointment but isn’t serious enough for the ER. That’s when Tanner Urgent Care, with locations in Carrollton, Villa Rica and Bremen, makes sense.

09/29/2025

Sore throat that won’t quit? It might be more than a summer cold. 🤒

As the season shifts, strep throat becomes increasingly common — especially in children ages 5 to 15. This bacterial infection is highly contagious and spreads easily through close contact. Symptoms include a sore throat, fever, chills, headache, stomach pain and more.

It’s important to talk to your healthcare provider if you exhibit these symptoms, so they can conduct a physical exam and determine if a strep test is necessary for you. Here are some fast facts:

🚨 Testing is important. Untreated strep throat can lead to infections, abscesses and a serious condition called acute rheumatic fever (ARF).

✌️There are two types of tests: a rapid strep test and a throat culture. Your provider will often start with a rapid test and decide if a throat culture is needed.

⏱️ A rapid strep test, which involves swabbing the throat and looking for strep bacteria, can provide results within minutes.

🦠 A throat culture, which sends a sample to a lab for growth, is considered more accurate, but results can take a few days.

👶 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), testing for children 3 years old and younger is not recommended because the risk of developing ARF is extremely rare for this age group.

🔬 The CDC also states that doing a throat culture on adults is often unnecessary because they are less likely to have complications from strep throat.

➕ If you test positive, your provider will likely prescribe an antibiotic. You should stay at home until you no longer have a fever and have been taking antibiotics for 24 hours.

🛑 Stop strep before it happens — cover coughs and sneezes, avoid touching your face, don’t share personal items and wash your hands often.

If you're experiencing a sore throat and fever, don't wait. Our Tanner Urgent Care locations in Bremen, Carrollton and Villa Rica offer quick testing and effective treatment, so you can start feeling better fast.

Go to https://bit.ly/4i1v0dQ to make an appointment or book a virtual visit. If no time slots are available, we’re happy to care for you as a walk-in patient any time during regular business hours.

There are times when an illness or an injury is too urgent to wait for a doctor’s appointment but isn’t serious enough for the ER. That’s when Tanner Urgent Care, with locations in Carrollton, Villa Rica and Bremen, makes sense.

09/01/2025

All Tanner Urgent Care locations — including Tanner Urgent Care for Kids in Carrollton — will be open Monday, Sept. 1, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

📱 Telemedicine, which is normally available Monday through Friday, will not be offered on Monday, Sept. 1.

Walk in or schedule ahead online at https://bit.ly/4i1v0dQ.

08/26/2025

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08/18/2025

Whether it’s a twisted ankle, a stubborn fever or a mysterious rash that came out of nowhere, Tanner Urgent Care is here to help. Plus, with a variety of appointment options, we make getting the care you need easier than ever.

Walk in when it’s convenient for you, view wait times, schedule ahead or set up a virtual visit online from the comfort of home. That’s fast, reliable treatment — whenever and wherever you need it!

Learn more and schedule at https://bit.ly/4i1v0dQ.

07/16/2025

Did you know immunizations aren’t just for children? Adults need vaccines, too. Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from many harmful illnesses.

Take a moment to click through the graphics below to see what may be recommended for you or your loved ones. By staying up to date on your vaccines, you’re doing your part to support a healthier, safer world for all. 🌎 It’s a simple step with a big impact!