In most cases, you'll know when a medical situation is a true emergency. Be sure to trust your judgment when it comes to identifying someone who needs immediate assistance. Any situation that requires immediate attention in order to prevent serious permanent harm to the patient qualifies for an ambulance call. Heart attacks, strokes, severed limbs, poisoning, uncontrollable bleeding, internal bleeding, severe burns, electrical shocks, seizures, sudden severe headaches, severe allergic reactions, diabetic reactions, choking, s suspected overdose, or suicidal thoughts can be examples. An ambulance might be the best option for a patient if they are unconscious, having difficulty breathing, or suffering from extreme pain. In most cases, an ambulance can get someone to the hospital faster. In addition, the emergency team can provide help on-site before getting to the hospital. You can categorize your concern as a non-emergency if it is not immediately life-threatening. In such cases, you should not use an emergency system, as it can create additional backlogs that can exclude people with more serious concerns. Don't hesitate to take action if something seems life-threatening. Please contact a telehealth hotline with any questions you might have. As an alternative to emergency services, urgent care centers can be a good option.