September 2026

ARC patient flexing his arm after receiving the flu vaccine and the words 'be a FLU FIGHTER!'

Flu and COVID-19 are here. Don't delay your vaccinations.

We are already seeing cases of COVID-19 and flu. Because it can take about two weeks after a shot to build immunity that lasts the whole season, ARC recommends getting vaccinated in September or October. Flu shots are recommended for everyone ages 6 months and up. The COVID-19 vaccination is recommended by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) for all adults ages 19 years and older, especially those at higher risk for severe illness due to underlying conditions, patients over the age of 65, and patients who are pregnant. Both the AAFP and American Academy of Pediatrics recommend COVID-19 vaccination for patients ages 6-23 months. You can receive your flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine at the same time by booking a flu or COVID-19 vaccination appointment or requesting them at your next primary care visit. Your ARC clinic has both vaccines available. Protect yourself and your family.

Request a shot at your next primary care visit.
Book online: Select the Immunization tile at ARC MyChart or visit ARCflushot.com.
Call to book: Call 512-272-4636 (512-ARC-INFO) and select option "1".

Learn more about flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines at ARC.

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Fall allergy relief that lasts

Take early action to manage your allergies or asthma before cedar season begins with expert care from ARC Allergy and Asthma. From cedar fever to mold spores or ragweed, our allergists specialize in pinpointing your environmental triggers and creating targeted treatment plans, including personalized allergy shots and allergy drops. ARC allergists recommend starting treatment weeks or months before symptoms are felt because medications and allergy shots need time to build protection.

Find relief for your fall allergies:

• Book online: Log into ARC MyChart
• Book by phone: Call 512-272-4636 (512-ARC-INFO) and select option "1"

Image featuring a man enjoying a good night's sleep, representing good sleep medicine care, an image of Chen Wu, MD, ARC Neurologist, and an image of John (Caleb) Simmons, MD, ARC ENT Doctor

Better sleep starts with ARC Sleep Medicine

ARC Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) and ARC Neurology sleep medicine clinicians work together to diagnose and treat a wide range of sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, and excessive daytime sleepiness. Learn more about both specialties:

• ARC ENT sleep medicine
• ARC Neurology sleep medicine

Chen Wu, MD, Neurology, Christopher Darnall, MD, Neurology, Kelly Coleman, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, Neurology, and Caleb Simmons, MD, ENT, are accepting new patients. To book an appointment with ARC Sleep Medicine, use ARC MyChart or call 512-272-4636 (512-ARC-INFO) and choose option "1".

Pediatric age ARC patient being examined using a stethoscope during an After Hours Clinic appointment

After Hours care for back-to-school illness

Between early school drop-offs, full workdays, and evening extracurriculars, family health needs rarely stick to regular business hours. ARC After Hours Clinics offer evening, weekend, and holiday care for children and adults at five convenient locations, featuring on-site lab and X-ray services. For around-the-clock support, connect with an ARC clinician 24/7 through on-demand virtual urgent care with NormanMD (fees may apply).

Schedule online: Log into ARC MyChart, visit ARCafterhours.com, or access 24/7 virtual urgent care at NormanMD.ARC.clinic.

ARC Healthiness Program patient, Adrian, enjoying an active day out in Austin, representing weight loss and long-term weight management

Adrian's transformation with ARC Bariatric Surgery

Meet Adrian, a photographer and IT professional who has lost more than 250 pounds with ARC Bariatric Surgery. Adrian now maintains a highly active lifestyle to support his ongoing weight-loss goals.

ARC Bariatric Surgery helps patients achieve significant weight loss, long-term weight management, increased activity, and resolution to many health conditions, including type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.

Read Adrian's full journey and learn more about ARC Bariatric Surgery.

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ARC Pediatrics cares for baby's ultra-rare condition

Marissa's baby Everett is one of less than 50 people in the world fighting an ultra-rare neurodegenerative genetic condition (hexokinase 1 mutation). Because Everett is developmentally delayed and experiences frequent seizures and respiratory challenges, he needed expert pediatric care.

Marissa says ARC Pediatrician Carla Thompson, MD, FAAP, has been the perfect match for Everett's medically complex case, providing coordinated, comprehensive health care. Dr. Thompson can conveniently message Marissa in ARC's MyChart patient portal and host virtual appointments, ensuring Everett receives the care he needs, when he needs it.

Learn more about Marissa and Everett's story and connect with ARC Pediatrics.