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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...

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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...

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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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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...

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Why Stomach Bugs Shouldn't Be Ignored – A Story of Seeking Emergency Care

March 21, 2025

When faced with a concerning medical issue, the emergency room seems like the obvious choice. However, long wait times and an overwhelmed staff can leave patients suffering in silence. Meet Alex, a 17-year-old football player who has been experiencing abdominal pain and nausea all day. He initially shrugged it off thinking it would resolve on it's own. However, as the day progressed his condition worsened–he couldn't keep food or liquids down....

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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....

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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,...

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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,...

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When Vaping Turns Dangerous: Recognizing “Vaping Lung Injuries” and When to Seek Emergency Care

February 14, 2025

The rise of vaping was initially touted as a safer alternative to smoking, but recent years have shed light on its hidden dangers, particularly for the lungs. “Vaping Lung Injury,” officially known as EVALI (E-cigarette or Vaping Product Use-Associated Lung Injury), has alarmed health professionals and families alike. For moms keeping an eye on their loved ones, understanding the warning signs of vaping-related injuries and knowing when to seek...

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Should I Go To The ER For Chest Pain? Signs You May Be Having A Heart Attack

January 10, 2025

Heart attack symptoms can vary from person to person. About 805,000 people in the United States have a heart attack each year due to restricted blood flow. A heart attack can strike suddenly without warning, or you may experience recurring symptoms for hours, days, or even weeks in advance. Common symptoms and signs of a heart attack include:  Chest Pain on the left side Pressure or pain in the middle of your chest that goes away and...

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Essential Wellness Tips for Staying Healthy This Winter

January 5, 2025

Health Issues to Watch Out for and How Surepoint Emergency Center Can Help As the winter months head this way, it’s important to be aware of the unique health challenges this season can bring. Colder temperatures and more time spent indoors can contribute to a range of health issues. At Surepoint Emergency Center, we’re here to help you navigate these seasonal challenges with ease. We’ll walk you through common winter health issues, what you...

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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...

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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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