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Call 999 or go to A&E if you have any of the below symptoms:
  • Signs of a heart attack (chest pain, pressure, heaviness or tightness across the chest)
  • Signs of a stroke (face dropping on one side, cannot hold both arms up, difficulty speaking)
  • Sudden confusion (unsure of own name or age)
  • Suicide attempt (by taking something or self-harming)
  • Severe difficulty breathing (not being able to get words out, choking or gasping)
  • A serious injury (e.g. after a serious accident)
  • Heavy bleeding (spraying, pouring or enough to make a puddle)
  • Severe injuries (after a serious accident or assault)
  • A seizure or fit (shaking, jerking, or unconscious & can’t be woken up)
  • Sudden, rapid swelling (of the lips, mouth, throat or tongue)
As it would appear on their medical records
For example, 14 9 1993