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We understand how frightening COVID-19 is to many people, so we’re here to provide you with steps you can take to try to help prevent infection, to keep you updated on local COVID-19 news, and to even provide care to those who have been affected by the disease.

Check out the latest news on COVID-19 and our Coronavirus FAQ below.  If you have any questions or concerns, please stop in for a checkup and speak directly with one of our providers.

  • Central Arkansas Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 238,888

    Presumed Recoveries: 210,617

    Deaths Reported: 3,836

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    Updates and Important Information

    • All bars and restaurants that serve alcohol must close by 11pm until the end of January. 

    • Sherwood Christmas Parade canceled

    • State-wide mask mandate in effect

    • All city-sponsored public events in Benton are canceled until COVID-19 numbers decline

    School Updates

    We strongly enc ourage all students to avoid group activities outside of school and continue to wear proper PPE. Together we can help stop the spread of COVID-19.

  • Texarkana/Atlanta Coronavirus News

    Arkansas

    Reported Cases: 238,888

    Presumed Recoveries: 210,617

    Deaths Reported: 3,836

    Texas

    Reported Cases: 1,626,568

    Presumed Recoveries: 1,488,189

    Deaths Reported: 28,219

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    Updates and Important Information

    • According to Executive Order GA-32 signed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott in October, due to COVID-19 hospitalizations exceeding 15% for at least seven days, elective procedures must stop, bars will close, and restaurants will operate at 50% capacity until COVID-19 hospitalizations remain under 15% capacity for seven consecutive days.

    School Updates

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  • Paris Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 1,626,568

    Presumed Recoveries: 1,488,189

    Deaths Reported: 28,219

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    Updates and Important Information

    • Barber Hills Hard Labor on for September 5-6.

    • Goodwill is holding a drive for pet supplies throughout the month of September.

    • Peoples Bank and Function 4 hosting school supply drive.

    • Tailgate at the Tower is on for Thursday, August 27.

    • Red Cross is seeking plasma from COVID-19 survivors. Carter Blood is taking donations.

    • The 36th Annual Tour de Paris is September 26, but is only available for pre-registered participants. There will be no official start time to encourage social distancing.

    • All ribbon cuttings postponed until further notice. 

    • Gov. Greg Abbott implements requirement to wear face masks when out in public to limit COVID-19 spread in Texas

    • Gov. Greg Abbott announced he will pause any further phases of reopening Texas and that he is once again putting a stop to elective surgeries to preserve bed space for coronavirus patients in certain counties that are seeing a surge of COVID-19 cases

    • Outdoor gatherings over 100 people prohibited

    School Updates

  • Mt. Pleasant Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 1,626,568

    Presumed Recoveries: 1,488,189

    Deaths Reported: 28,219

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    Updates and Important Information

    • MPYP 90's Night on Aug. 27, 6-8p.m.

    • Gov. Greg Abbott implements requirement to wear face masks when out in public to limit COVID-19 spread in Texas

    • Gov. Greg Abbott announced he will pause any further phases of reopening Texas and that he is once again putting a stop to elective surgeries to preserve bed space for coronavirus patients in certain counties that are seeing a surge of COVID-19 cases

    • Outdoor gatherings over 100 people prohibited

    School Updates

  • Oklahoma City Metro Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 308,268

    Presumed Recoveries: 271,693

    Deaths Reported: 2,571

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    Updates and Important Information

    • Oklahoma County Court Clerk's office in Edmond closed until further notice

    • Everyone in Oklahoma City age 11 and up is required to wear a face covering, like a mask or face shield, in indoor public spaces. There are some exceptions.

    • Bars must limit customer occupancy to 50% 

    • Any venue with theater-style seating where people gather for presentations or entertainment must use staggered seating so groups are socially distanced.

    School Updates

    • Oakridge Elementary students sent home after testing positive for COVID-19.

    • Oklahoma University requring COVID-19 testing before housing move-in

  • Longview Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 1,626,568

    Presumed Recoveries: 1,488,189

    Deaths Reported: 28,219

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    Updates and Important Information

    • Gov. Greg Abbott implements requirement to wear face masks when out in public to limit COVID-19 spread in Texas

    • Gov. Greg Abbott announced he will pause any further phases of reopening Texas and that he is once again putting a stop to elective surgeries to preserve bed space for coronavirus patients in certain counties that are seeing a surge of COVID-19 cases

    • Outdoor gatherings over 100 people prohibited

    School Updates

  • Marshall Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 1,626,568

    Presumed Recoveries: 1,488,189

    Deaths Reported: 28,219

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    Updates and Important Information

    • Gov. Greg Abbott implements requirement to wear face masks when out in public to limit COVID-19 spread in Texas

    • Gov. Greg Abbott announced he will pause any further phases of reopening Texas and that he is once again putting a stop to elective surgeries to preserve bed space for coronavirus patients in certain counties that are seeing a surge of COVID-19 cases

    • Outdoor gatherings over 100 people prohibited

    School Updates

  • Shreveport Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 295,825

    Presumed Recoveries: 263,712

    Deaths Reported: 7,241

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    Updates and Important Information

    Louisiana’s statewide mask mandate remains in place. Major changes to Louisiana’s COVID-19 restrictions include the below:

    • All Louisianans are encouraged to avoid gatherings of individuals not part of their households.
    • All businesses, private and public sectors, are encouraged to use remote work where they can.
    • All restaurants are limited to 50% of their indoor capacity. Restaurants should move as much dining outdoors as they can. Social distancing is required.
    • For bars in parishes above 5% positivity, bars are closed to indoor sales and consumption but open for outdoor consumption at tables only and at 25% capacity, with a maximum of 50 people. Social distancing is required. Take-out and delivery will still be available.
    • Retail businesses at 50% capacity, except for essential businesses, as defined by federal guidance from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
    • Gyms may be open at 50% of their capacity.
    • Places of worship will remain at a maximum of 75% of their capacity or the number of people who can physically distance with at least six feet between each immediate household. The State Fire Marshal will put out additional COVID mitigation measures to make services safer.
    • Barber and beauty shops and nail salons may open at 50% of their capacity.
    • Movie theaters may open at 50% of their capacity.
    • Indoor gatherings at event/reception centers are limited to 25% capacity or up to 75 individuals.
    • Outdoor gatherings at event/reception centers are limited to 25% capacity or up to 150 individuals when strict physical distancing is not possible.
    • All sporting events will be capped at 25% capacity.

    School Updates

    • Bossier schools reopening August 12 with various learning models.

  • De Queen Coronavirus News

    Reported Cases: 238,888

    Presumed Recoveries: 210,617

    Deaths Reported: 3,836

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    Updates and Important Information

    • All bars and restaurants that serve alcohol must close by 11pm until the end of January. 

    • Fiesta Fest postponed until May 1, 2021.

    • State-wide mask mandate in effect

    • City council urges use of face masks in public

    • Parks have reopened

    School Updates

Coronavirus FAQ

Take a look at our frequently asked questions.  Check back often as we will add new questions as they arise!

  • What are the symptoms?

    COVID-19 features symptoms including, but not limited to, fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, or diarrhea.

  • How does it spread?

    The coronavirus disease 2019 is still a new disease, so we are still learning exactly how it spreads. Though, we can confirm that is spreads from person-to-person. Standing within six feet of an infected person increases your chances of catching the coronavirus. The disease also spreads through droplets expelled from an infected person coughing or sneezing. According to the CDC, touching a contaminated object or surface can potentially lead to infection, but that isn’t believed to be the main method of spreading.

  • How can I avoid getting sick?

    There is no sure-fire way to avoid getting the coronavirus as a vaccine has not yet been created for the disease. The best way to avoid getting sick, though, is to avoid close contact with someone who has been infected. We also recommend taking precautions that you would normally take to avoid getting the flu, such as washing your hands.

  • Do I have to wash my hands? Won’t hand sanitizer be good enough?

    HealthCARE Express, and the CDC, recommend you wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water, especially if you have come into contact with a contaminated person or surface. Using hand sanitizer with 60-90% alcohol content can help prevent infection if soap and water are not readily available.

  • Should I wear a face mask?

    It is highly recommended that you wear a mask when out in public to reduce the risk of infection. 
     

  • What age groups are most affected?

    Surprisingly, unlike many other diseases, the age group that seems most affected by COVID-19 are adults. Children that have been infected with the disease show much milder symptoms than adults. Older adults, especially those who have conditions such as asthma, heart disease, or diabetes, are the most at risk at developing more severe cases of the illness.

  • When should I seek healthcare if I think I may have coronavirus?

    You should seek care as soon as you begin to have difficulty breathing or you start to have a high fever.

  • How long does it take to show symptoms?

    The incubation period for the disease is between 2-14 days. Symptoms can start to show or develop between that time.

  • Should I keep my children home from school, or should I stay home from work?

    If you or your child are exhibiting symptoms of the coronavirus, it is best to stay home.

  • What’s the best way to disinfect and clean my home and belongings?

    When you go to clean and disinfect surfaces in your home, be sure to wear disposable gloves! First, clean the surface with a detergent or with soap and water. Next, on hard surfaces, you should use a solution of ⅓ cup of bleach per gallon of water for thorough disinfection. On other surfaces, it is best to use diluted bleach, a rubbing alcohol solution, or other household disinfectants. For soft items, follow the laundering instructions per the manufacturer, using as warm of water as possible. Be sure to dry thoroughly!  

  • How long does COVID-19 remain on surfaces?

    Studies have shown that COVID-19 can survive on copper for up to 4 hours, 24 hours on cardboard, and up to 3 days on plastic and stainless steel! These studies also show the droplets in the air from an infected person’s cough can remain there for up to 3 hours.

  • What demographic is most at risk?

    People who are 60 years or older are most at risk of more dangerous effects of the coronavirus.

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