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Breathless Moments: A Story About Asthma and Emergency Care

April 16, 2025

Meet Olivia Meet Olivia, a 32-year-old woman with mild asthma. Olivia is an active person–she goes on hikes with her friends, exercises often, and plays on a local adult softball team. One day, she decided to go on a jog with her friend, a routine activity she enjoys either solo or with company. In the middle of their run, Olivia began to feel tightness in her chest, along with a dry cough. Assuming it was just fatigue, she pressed on. Little did...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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