Emergency Department Care 

Emergency departments are equipped to handle critical situations and provide 24/7 care. The American College of Emergency Physicians and Johns Hopkins Medicine recommend seeking immediate emergency care for these concerns: 

Life-Threatening or Conditions Requiring Immediate Attention 

• Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath 
• Chest or upper belly pain or pressure lasting 2 minutes or more
• Fainting, sudden dizziness, weakness
• Changes in vision
• Confusion or changes in mental status
• Any sudden or severe pain
• Uncontrolled bleeding
• Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea
• Coughing or vomiting blood
• Suicidal or homicidal feelings
• Difficulty speaking, or numbness or weakness in any part of your body 
• Unusual belly pain
• Poisoning
• Drug overdose
• Loss of consciousness
• Major burn
• Spinal cord, head, or brain injury
• Severe allergic reaction
• A fast heartbeat (more than 120 to 150 beats per minute) at rest, especially if associated with shortness of breath or feeling faint
• A broken bone with skin protruding through the skin
• Drowning 

Remember: Emergency departments triage all patients as they come in, and those with the most serious medical needs take priority. 

Primary Care Provider

Establishing a long-term relationship with a primary care provider gives you a chance to be healthier, get more personalized and comprehensive care. Go to a primary care provider for: 

Preventive Care: Regular check-ups, vaccinations, and screenings 

Chronic Conditions: Management of ongoing health issues 

Telehealth Consultations

Virtual care is accessible right from the comfort
of your home, saves time, and reduces risk of exposure to other people. It’s perfect for non-urgent matters such as: 

Common Ailments: Colds, allergies, mild infections, lingering symptoms, diarrhea, and others 

Medication Refills: When a physical visit isn't necessary 

Urgent Care Services

When you don’t have life threatening injuries or illness, urgent care is quicker, convenient, and efficient for issues like these: 

Minor Injuries: Sprains, breaks, minor fractures, cuts requiring stitches 

Illnesses: Fever, flu symptoms, and infections that need prompt attention