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ER v.s. UCC

Oct. 18, 2022

Emergency Room v.s. Urgent Care Center


Emergency Room: 

If you are experiencing any of these, go to your nearest emergency room.

  • Any head trauma
  • Severe allergic reaction
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea
  • Changes in mental status, such as confusion
  • Coughing or vomiting blood
  • Any motor vehicle crashes
  • Chest pain or pressure
  • Uncontrolled bleeding
  • Sudden or severe pain
  • Any falls in patients over 65 years of age
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
  • Sudden dizziness, weakness or changes in vision

Urgent Care Center:

If you are experiencing any of these, please make an appointment with your PCM, or visit us at our Urgent Care center.

  • Minor allergic reaction
  • Fever, colds and flu
  • Sprains and strains
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
  • Minor lacerations
  • Ear infection
  • Vomiting
Don't forget to keep your family's information up-to-date in DEERS.