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Feeling Sick? Why Staying Home Protects Everyone This Flu Season Flu season is here, and it’s spreading fast. In the workplace, even one sick employee can quickly lead to several others feeling unwell. While it may feel easier to “push through” symptoms, staying home when you’re sick is one of the best ways to protect your coworkers, your workplace, and your own recovery. At HealthCARE Expres...

Flu Season Is Here Here’s How to Protect Yourself & When to Get Care Flu season is in full swing, and this year it’s hitting harder than usual. Many people are experiencing fever, body aches, cough, fatigue, and sore throat and cases are spreading quickly in our communities. The good news? There are simple steps you can take to help support your immune system and lower your risk. And if flu s...

How High Is Too High? When a Fever Needs Medical Care at HealthCARE Express Urgent Care Fevers are one of the most common reasons patients — especially parents — visit urgent care. Seeing a high number on the thermometer can be scary, but not every fever is dangerous. Knowing when to monitor at home and when to seek medical care can make all the difference. At HealthCARE Express Urgent Care, ...

Flu Is Surging Across the U.S. What Arkansas Patients Need to Know Flu season is hitting harder and earlier than expected this year, and communities across the country are feeling the impact. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu activity is now considered “high” or “very high” in 32 states, nearly doubling from the week before. Since the season began in Octo...

Being around someone who’s sick whether it’s a friend, coworker, or family member can be worrying. At HealthCARE Express Urgent Care, we want you to feel confident about what to do next to protect yourself and those you care about. Top Tips After Being Exposed to Illness 1. Wash Your Hands Often Use soap and water or hand sanitizer, especially after contact with the sick person or shared surf...

Handwashing Facts: Why Clean Hands Matter for Your Health Why Handwashing Is Essential At HealthCARE Express Urgent Care, we see firsthand how many common illnesses can be prevented with simple habits—like proper handwashing. Whether you’re in Texarkana, Sherwood, or any of our other locations, keeping your hands clean is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself, your family, and your comm...

Still Tired After Being Sick? We Can Help You Feel Better. Even after the fever breaks and the worst of an illness passes, many people are surprised by how tired, run-down, or “not quite right” they still feel. Recovery doesn’t always happen overnight and lingering symptoms can make everyday life feel harder than it should. At HealthCARE Express, we’re here to help you feel better, faster by ...

Call Santa with HealthCARE Express: A Little Holiday Magic for Your Family The holidays are all about magic, memories, and moments your kids will never forget. This year, HealthCARE Express is bringing the North Pole a little closer to home because we have something special to share… We have a direct line to Santa Claus.  That’s right. Through HealthCARE Express, your child can receive a spe...

Pneumonia: Your Top Questions Answered Pneumonia is a common concern this time of year. At HealthCARE Express Urgent Care, we want to be your go-to resource for answers and care. Here’s what people are asking and what you need to know: What are the first warning signs of pneumonia? Cough (often with phlegm) Fever, chills, or sweating Shortness of breath Chest pain when breathing or cou...

Stomach Bug Season: What's Going Around and When to Visit Urgent Care Norovirus and stomach viruses are surging this winter here's what you need to know If it seems like everyone around you is dealing with a stomach bug, you're not imagining it. Winter is peak season for norovirus and other stomach viruses, and cases are climbing across Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. At HealthCARE...