29/03/2026
🏥 GP, Urgent Care Clinic or Emergency Department - Where Should You Go? 🚑
Knowing where to seek care can save you time and ensure you get the right treatment when you need it most.
👩⚕️ Visit your GP for:
✔️ Cold, flu, or mild infections
✔️ Ongoing health conditions (e.g. diabetes, asthma)
✔️ Prescriptions and medication reviews
✔️ Minor injuries (sprains, small cuts)
✔️ Preventive care (check-ups, screenings, vaccines)
🏥 Visit an Urgent Care Clinic for:
✔️ Minor fractures or severe sprains
✔️ Cuts that may need multiple stitches
✔️ Fever or illness that needs urgent attention
✔️ When you need care after-hours but it’s not life-threatening
🚨 Go to the Emergency Department or call 000 for:
❗ Chest pain or difficulty breathing
❗ Signs of stroke (sudden weakness, trouble speaking)
❗ Severe bleeding or major injuries
❗ Loss of consciousness
❗ Severe allergic reactions
⏰ Not sure? If your condition feels serious or is getting worse quickly, don’t wait - seek urgent medical care.
💬 Choosing the right care helps reduce wait times every where and ensures emergency services are available for those who need them most.
📞 Our team is here to guide you - call us if you’re unsure where to go.