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