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What To Do When a Cold Becomes a Sinus Infection

December 31, 2024

Here’s how to know and what to do when your cold becomes a sinus infection. Winter is the season for sniffles and colds, and while many colds clear up on their own, some can turn into a sinus infection. But how do you know when your cold has crossed that line? Let’s break down the differences between a cold and a sinus infection, what to watch for, and when to seek help. Cold A cold is a viral infection that affects the upper...

Start 2025 Right with Healthy New Year’s Resolutions That Stick

December 30, 2024

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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...

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...

National Coffee with a Cop Day at Seven Brew

October 2, 2024

(Above Photo: Mansfield Police Department, Mansfield Police Academy Alumni Association President, 7Brew Mansfield Team, Surepoint ER) When: Wed., Oct. 2 On the first Wednesday in October, National Coffee with a Cop Day brings men and women in uniform together with their communities to connect over a cup of joe. “Coffee with a Cop is community policing at its core. The simple act of having a cup of coffee with community members can be the...

Heartburn Or A Heart Attack?

August 14, 2024

Heartburn or heart attack? That is the question. You’re at home and you start having chest pains. Should you be concerned? Heartburn or indigestion creates discomfort and pain when digestive acid backs up from the stomach into the esophagus. Indigestion usually starts as a burning sensation. You might feel it in your upper abdomen, and the pain and discomfort might spread to your chest area, thus the term “heartburn. Many foods can trigger...

Reasons Kids Are Admitted to the Emergency Room

April 10, 2019

75% of kids' visits to the ER happen after traditional hours. When your child is injured or sick, it’s natural to panic and go straight to the emergency room. The reasons why kids go to the emergency room range far and wide. Head Injuries Whether it is from falling off of their bike or scooter. Children taken to the emergency room are there for trauma-related injuries. Even though wearing adequate head protection can help to...

Time to Spring Forward – How Time Change Affects Your Health

March 7, 2019

Time Change Sunday, November 1, marks the beginning of Daylight-Saving Time in Texas, and unlike the transition in November when the clocks fall back an hour, in March you will lose an extra hour of time, as well as sleep. Although it’s only an hour, it can have a serious disruption on your body clock (the circadian rhythm). Here are a few ways the time change may affect your health. Quality of Sleep People naturally stay up late...

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