The Emergency Department is for serious or life threatening illnesses or accidents

Feeling unwell? Check it's not an emergency
Call 999 now if you have any of these symptomsSigns of a heart attack
Chest pain, pressure, heaviness, tightness or squeezing across your chest
Signs of a stroke
Face dropping on one side, can't hold both arms up, difficulty speaking
Tried to end your life
By taking something or harming yourself
Severe difficulty breathing
Not being able to get words out, choking or gasping
Heavy bleeding
Spraying, pouring or enough to make a puddle
Severe injuries
After a serious accident
Seizure (fit)
Someone is shaking or jerking because of a fit, or is unconscious (can't be woken up)
Sudden, rapid swelling
Of the lips, mouth, throat or tongue
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