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How to know if illness warrants ER visit

HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As flu and upper respiratory illness cases run rampant, Emergency Rooms (ERs) are ...
Forbes

What ‘The Pitt’ Gets Right About ER Chaos — And How To Get Safer Care

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. John Samuels is the Founder/CEO of Wellworth healthcare advisory firm. The U.S. could save an estimated $4.4 billion each year by ...
NBC Chicago

ER, urgent care, or doctor? How to choose medical help during winter virus season

With winter virus season officially underway, many might be experiencing a variety of symptoms, but when should you seek care from your doctor and how do you know if it's time to go to the emergency ...
ABC News

ER or urgent care? How to make the right call

ER or urgent care? How to make the right call ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton shares tips and a helpful breakdown on how to decide between a trip to the emergency room or urgent care when you're feeling ...
Healthline

When Do You Need to Make an Appointment with a Doctor?

Call an ambulance or go to the emergency room (ER) if symptoms are life threatening or severe. Urgent care is best for mild injuries or illnesses that need same-day attention. Make an appointment with ...
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ER doctor reveals five most common Thanksgiving injuries - and how to prevent them

Did you know that Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days of the year for emergency rooms? According to AdventHealth, more than 36,000 people visit a local emergency room nationwide each year due to ...