When should you take seeking care more seriously?
Do not delay seeking care for severe, sudden, or worsening symptoms.
- Sudden and severe symptoms — Severe pain, sudden weakness, confusion, or severe dizziness require urgent assessment.
- Shortness of breath or reduced consciousness — If breathing is difficult, the person becomes unconscious, or their level of consciousness changes, call 115.
- Worsening fever or pain — Persistent fever, pain, or symptoms that are getting worse should be assessed sooner.