If medical care is needed immediately to preserve life or avoid permanent harm, go to the nearest hospital emergency room (ER) or call 911.
These types of ailments require emergency medical attention:
- broken bones
- severe abdominal pain
- severe chest pain
- head injuries
- high fevers
- difficulty breathing
- severe eye injuries
- carbon monoxide exposure
- sudden blindness
- partial or full paralysis
- complicated or deep cuts
- rape
- suicidal behavior
Learn more about recognizing medical emergencies in our health encyclopedia.