Call 111 and ask for "ambulance" when there is a medical emergency
What is a medical emergency?
- chest pain or tightness (may also be felt in arm, jaw, neck or upper abdomen (tummy))
- difficulty breathing
- choking
- sudden weakness or difficulty talking (this may be a stroke)
- fainting or unconsciousness (not being awake)
- severe pain
- severe bleeding or bleeding that won’t stop
Our advice is:
- If it is an emergency - call 111 and ask for “ambulance”
- If it is not an emergency - see your GP or an after-hours GP
- If you’re not sure - phone Healthline on 0800 611 116 where Registered Nurses will advise you on the assistance you should seek – including whether you need an ambulance or to go to your GP
Find out what happens when you call 111