allergies Archives

Women’s Health Month – Prioritizing Women’s Health with Surepoint Emergency Center

April 16, 2025

As we celebrate Women’s Health Month, we want to raise awareness about health issues unique to women while encouraging every woman to make her health a priority. At Surepoint Emergency Center, we’re dedicated to providing comprehensive emergency care for women of all ages. Women’s Health Month serves as a powerful reminder to women across the country to care for and maintain their health. There are some health conditions that women have that...

Spring into Safety: Common Springtime Injuries

April 16, 2025

Ahh, beautiful spring! It’s a favorite season for many, bringing warmer weather, blooming flowers, and, unfortunately, a rise in common springtime injuries. Children and adults alike engage in more physical activities, which can lead to more accidents occurring, affecting everything from their musculoskeletal health to respiratory and internal wellness. Surepoint Emergency Center is a trusted provider for fast, full-scale emergency care that you...

When Allergies Turn Serious: Recognizing Allergic Reactions and When to Visit Surepoint Emergency Center

April 16, 2025

Allergic reactions are your body’s exaggerated response to an allergen–a normally harmless substance that affects the nose, throat, eyes, and skin–causing symptoms that range from mild to life-threatening. If you have allergies, it’s important to know when to seek emergency care. Surepoint Emergency Center provides fast, comprehensive treatment for all allergic reactions–mild or severe–any time of the day or night. What Causes...

Ozempic Side Effects: When to Seek Emergency Care

March 21, 2025

What is Ozempic? Ozempic, generically known as Semaglutide, is an FDA-approved medication used to treat individuals with type 2 diabetes. It’s a once-weekly injection that helps the pancreas produce more insulin while slowing down sugar absorption. As a result, many patients experience weight loss due to an increased feeling of fullness. This side effect has contributed to Ozempic’s growing popularity among those seeking weight loss solutions....

Migraines: When to Seek Emergency Care at Surepoint Emergency Center

March 21, 2025

What is a Migraine? A migraine is a neurological condition characterized by an intense throbbing on one side of the head that worsens with activity. Unlike a regular headache (which can generally be relieved by Over-The-Counter meds), migraines are much more severe and often accompanied by additional symptoms such as nausea/vomiting, visual disturbances, photophobia (light sensitivity), phonophobia (sound sensitivity), cognitive dysfunction,...

Allergies and Infections: When to Seek Emergency Care

March 21, 2025

Allergies or allergic reactions can trigger acute or chronic sinus and ear infections. While these conditions are common and often manageable at home, they can sometimes escalate to medical emergencies if left untreated. Fortunately, Surepoint Emergency Center is a trusted provider for allergy-related emergencies. How Allergies Can Lead to Sinus and Ear Infections When a person experiences allergy symptoms, bodily areas like nasal passages,...

Measles Outbreak In Texas - What Parents Need To Know

February 20, 2025

A measles outbreak is growing bigger in rural Texas, and officials are expecting even more cases. Chief Medical Officer at Covenant Health Dr. Lara Johnson, who is helping to treat these cases, joins José Díaz-Balart to share more, saying the most important thing for people to do is to get immunized. Surepoint Emergency Centers are equipped to test and treat the Measles. Don't delay, if you suspect you or your loved one may have the...

Is Your Pink Eye a Cause for Concern? Sings You Should Go to the ER

February 19, 2025

Conjunctivitis is one of the most common and treatable eye conditions in children and adults. Often called "pink eye," it is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, the tissue that lines the inside of the eyelid and the white of the eyeball, and helps keep the eyelid and eyeball moist. Viruses, bacteria, irritating substances (shampoo, dirt, smoke, pool chlorine), or allergens (substances that cause allergies) can all...

Allergies and Asthma

March 19, 2019

Allergies Allergies develop when your body reacts to a foreign substance called an allergen. These allergens can be something you breathe, touch, or taste. You could have symptoms like itchy or watery eyes, a scratchy or itchy throat, or a runny or stuffy nose. With a more severe allergic reaction, you could have hives, rashes, trouble breathing, or even death. There are over the counter medications, home remedies, and natural products...

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