A&E (Accident and Emergency)
Call 999 in a medical emergency. This is when someone is seriously ill or injured and their life is at risk, for example they, or you, could be having a heart attack or stroke, and every second counts. <SEND>
Address:
North Tees Hospital, Hardwick Road, Hardwick, Stockton-on-tees, TS19 8PE, United Kingdom
Telephone number:
999
When to Call 999 - Life-threatening emergencies Medical emergencies can include:
- loss of consciousness
- an acute confused state
- fits that are not stopping
- chest pain
- breathing difficulties
- severe bleeding that cannot be stopped
- severe allergic reactions
- severe burns or scalds
When to Use NHS 111 You should use the NHS 111 service if you urgently need medical help or advice but it's not a life-threatening situation.
Call 111 if:
- you need medical help fast but it's not a 999 emergency
- you think you need to go to A&E or need another NHS urgent care service
- you don't know who to call or you don't have a GP (Doctor) to call
- you need health information or reassurance about what to do next
NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones.
You can also use the NHS 111 online service to help you.
Additional Contact Information
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Last modified on 31 January 2024