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Is it bacterial or viral? Now you know in 15 minutes!

December 16, 2024

Since bacterial and viral infections are clinically indistinguishable, physicians are often challenged to decide whether to treat with antibiotics or not. By providing rapid, accurate host response information to differentiate bacterial and viral infections, MeMed BV® helps physicians to make faster, more informed decisions. At Surepoint Emergency Centers, our team is dedicated to ensuring fast accurate treatment to every patient. That...

Mono vs. Strep Throat: The Shocking Differences You Need to Know!

December 4, 2024

A sore throat can feel like just another nuisance, but what if it’s something more serious? With conditions like mononucleosis and strep throat lurking behind the scenes, it’s crucial to know when to take action. The last thing you want is to brush off a serious illness as just a common cold! Here are seven telltale signs that your sore throat might require an ER visit—don’t ignore them! Mono vs. Strep Throat: The Differences You Need to...

7 Asthma Emergency Signs You Need Know!

December 4, 2024

Asthma can be a sneaky foe, lurking in the background and catching you off guard when you least expect it. While many people manage their symptoms at home, there are critical moments when that trusty inhaler just won’t cut it. If you or a loved one suffer from asthma, knowing when to head to the emergency room could be a lifesaver. Here are seven signs that you need to act fast!. What is Asthma? According to the National Heart, Lung, and...

Top 3 Thanksgiving Related Emergencies To Avoid

November 26, 2024

Thanksgiving is the official start of the Holiday Season. It is a festive time when we gather with our loved ones and eat to our heart’s content. This celebration is also unfortunately a busy time for Emergency Rooms. At Surepoint Emergency Centers we are dedicated to getting you treated and back on your feet fast, so that you can continue to celebrate with your loved ones. 1. Knife Injuries Preparing large holiday meals is stressful, no...

Celebrating Community and Tradition: Tarleton State University Fort Worth Campus' Inaugural Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 15, 2024

Celebrating Community and Tradition: Tarleton State University Fort Worth Campus' Inaugural Tree Lighting Ceremony On the evening of November 14, 2024, the Tarleton State University Fort Worth campus transformed into a winter wonderland, as students, alumni, and faculty gathered for the inaugural Tree Lighting Ceremony. This special event marked the beginning of the holiday season and provided a beautiful opportunity for the Tarleton community to...

Think It’s Just the Flu? - Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Take It Lightly This Season

November 13, 2024

Think It’s Just the Flu? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Take It Lightly This Season Flu season is upon us, and while many people brush it off as “just the flu,” it can be much more dangerous than you think. Each year, thousands are hospitalized due to flu-related complications, and some even face life-threatening situations. Are you really prepared for the flu, or are you underestimating its impact? Here’s why the flu is more than just a...

Is Your Sniffle Really Just a Cold? - Here’s What You Need to Know Before It Gets Worse

November 12, 2024

Is Your Sniffle Really Just a Cold? Here’s What You Need to Know Before It Gets Worse Cold weather is coming, and with it, the common cold. While a runny nose and scratchy throat might seem like a minor inconvenience, what starts as a sniffle can quickly spiral into something much worse. What Is the Common Cold? The common cold is caused by a variety of viruses, most commonly rhinoviruses. These viruses thrive in cooler temperatures and...

The Hidden Dangers of Pneumonia: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe!

November 12, 2024

What Is Pneumonia? Many people think of pneumonia as an illness that affects only the frail and elderly, but it can strike anyone, including otherwise healthy young adults and children. Pneumonia is an acute inflammation of the lungs caused by the Streptococcus Pneumoniae bacterium. It leads to air sacs being filled with pus or fluid and is accompanied by symptoms like a high fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. Pneumonia can be...

Spread Holiday Cheer: Surepoint Emergency Centers Launches Toys for Tots Donation Drive

November 1, 2024

🎄Spread Holiday Cheer: Surepoint Emergency Centers Launches Toys for Tots Donation Drive🎄 The holiday season is a time for giving, and this year, Surepoint Emergency Centers is proud to partner with Toys for Tots to help make the holidays brighter for children. Starting November 1st, all Surepoint Emergency Centers will have donation drop boxes where you can contribute toys to this incredible cause. Together, we can bring joy to families who...

Tarleton State - Fort Worth Campus: Building the Future of Healthcare Education

October 22, 2024

FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarleton State University’s new and quickly growing Fort Worth campus celebrated the Grand Opening of the Interprofessional Education (IPE) Building today alongside many notable figures like speaker Mattie Parker (Mayor of Fort Worth), Texas to Superintendents from Fort Worth ISD, Crowley ISD, Mayors, and city council members from surrounding towns, countless Tarleton Faculty and Alumni. (photo credit: Tarleton...

2024 Spokes4Hope Police Motorcycle Rodeo

October 14, 2024

Helping Kids "Ride" On To A Better Life Spokes 4 Hope is a local charitable organization founded in 2007 by Kevin Howell, Alton Wells, Mike Norris and Craig Ludwig and supported by North Texas police motorcycle officers. The primary focus of the group is to gift impoverished and/or abused children bikes & helmets for Christmas. This gift allows children to know that people care about them; and encourages children despite their current...

Surepoint Emergency Centers Sponsors and Competes in the First Annual Mansfield Education Foundation Pickleball Tournament

September 25, 2024

Surepoint Emergency Centers Sponsors and Competes in the First Annual Mansfield Education Foundation Pickleball Tournament In a vibrant show of community spirit and support for local education, Surepoint Emergency Centers proudly sponsored and participated in the first annual MISD Education Foundation Pickleball Tournament, held last week at the popular Chick-N-Pickle in Grand Prairie. This exciting event not only highlighted the growing...

When Do I Go to the Emergency Room for the Flu?

September 10, 2024

When Do I Go to the Emergency Room for the flu? Knowing when you should go to the emergency room, when to make an appointment with your doctor and when it’s better to just stay home, can save you time and money as well as possibly reduce the risk of getting sicker or getting others sick. The need to go to the emergency room is generally based on how sick you are and not what type of flu you may have. So, when should you simply tough it out at home...

TikTok Influencer Nick Luciano Helps Raise Much Needed Funds For Erath County Humane Society - Canines and Coffee 2024

September 5, 2024

Canines and Coffee 2024 The Erath County Humane Society was bustling with vendors and guests from all over to snag a photo with a beloved local TikTok Influencer Nick Luciano. Luciano along with many of the vendors pledged a portion of their sales to support the shelter's fundraising efforts for a new facility aimed at better serving the animals and potential adopters. Luciano is seen here not only donating his proceeds from merchandise sold at...

Tarleton State University: A Collaborative Effort for Student Success

August 27, 2024

Tarleton State University - Week of Welcome '24 As the summer sun begins to fade, excitement fills the air at Tarleton State University (TSU) in Stephenville, Texas. Students from all over, with dreams of academic success and personal growth, are preparing for their journey into higher education. To ensure a smooth transition, TSU will host several fun-filled and informational events for its students from August 22-29. Surepoint Emergency Center...

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