In emergency situations, treatment comes first. The emergency department at Northwest Hospital understands this and provides patients with the highest level of care. Our 24-hour emergency department is designed to set new and improved standards for emergency care and patient experience.
When to visit the emergency department
The emergency department is the place to go to treat life-threatening illnesses and injuries. You should visit the ED if you experience any of the following symptoms:
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Asthma attack or trouble breathing
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Burns
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Drug or alcohol overdose
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Fractures or broken bones
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Gunshots
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Heart attack or sever chest pain or pressure
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Heavy bleeding
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Intense allergic reaction
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Knife and other wounds
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Loss of consciousness, ability to speak, vision, mobility
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Stroke
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Suicidal or homicidal feelings
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Traumatic injury or accident
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