If you are unsure of which NHS service to use if you need urgent or emergency medical help please follow the links below:
NHS 111 service
NHS 111 can help if you have an urgent medical problem and you’re not sure what to do.
Find out when to use the 111 service on the NHS website here
NHS 999 service
Call 999 in a medical emergency. This is when someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk.
Find out when to call 999 on the NHS website here
Using the Accident and Emergency service
An A&E department (also known as emergency department or casualty) deals with genuine life-threatening emergencies
Find out when to go to A&E on the NHS website here
When to use an Urgent Treatment Centre
You can go to an urgent treatment centre (UTC) if you need urgent medical attention, but it’s not a life-threatening situation. They are open at least 12 hours a day, every day.
Find out when to visit an urgent treatment centre (walk-in centre or minor injury unit)
Locate your nearest urgent care service
If you need to find where your urgent care service is please search here
Remember for minor ailments you can visit your local pharmacy – found out more on our Who Should I see page here
