Urgent vs. Emergency Care
To receive the most appropriate medical care, it's important to know the difference between urgency and emergency care.
Know Where to Go

Call 911 immediately or go directly to the nearest emergency department for life-threatening conditions, such as:
- Chest pain (including the feeling of pressure or squeezing)
- Stroke symptoms (slurred speech, numbness or weakness in part of your body, loss of balance or vision)
- Severe head injury
- Dilated pupils, or trouble waking up or staying awake
- Loss of consciousness
- Shortness of breath
- Seizures
- Severe allergic reactions
- Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy
- Bleeding that won't stop
- Severe abdominal pain
- Broken bones
- Major burns
Get Care Quickly
For common issues like back pain, eye irritation, or sore throat, try On-Demand Virtual Care from your phone or computer.
For quick, in-person help with non-emergencies, urgent care is also available.
On-Demand Virtual Care
Talk to a St. Luke's provider today from the comfort of your home on your computer or smartphone. Learn More
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Urgent care centers provide immediate walk-in treatment for illnesses and injuries, wellness exams, and employer health services. Learn More