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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...

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...

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...

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...

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