The emergency department treats the most serious health conditions, such as those that could endanger life or limb. While not as alarming as a life-threatening condition, urgent care facilities treat minor emergencies that require immediate attention. Urgent care and emergency options serve as a kind of middle ground between emergency departments and primary care providers. Franklin Primary Care is available to patients seven days a week when their general practitioners are unavailable, and they won't have to wait in line at emergency departments. A trip to the emergency room may be necessary if you experience difficulty breathing, chest pain, blurred vision, loss of consciousness, severe bleeding, or head injuries. Most other emergencies, such as excessive bruising, cuts, broken bones, minor burns, and injuries, can be treated in urgent care centers.