Know Where to Go Emergency Room vs. Express Care

Emergency Room

Come to the ER if you or someone you know has an emergent condition, such as:

• Broken bones
• Chest pain or stroke symptoms
• Difficulty speaking or breathing
• Head, back or neck injury
• Knife or gun wound
• Loss of consciousness
• Poisoning
• Serious injury or burn
• Thoughts of harming yourself or others
• Uncontrolled bleeding
• Vomiting/coughing up blood

Learn more about our emergency care at nkch.org/ER.

Express Care

Consider visiting Meritas Health Express if you or a loved one requires treatment for a non-emergent condition, such as:

• Earaches or ear infections
• Minor cut(s)
• Minor fever or flu-like symptoms
• Minor, non-life-threatening allergic reactions
• Skin condition
• Strep throat
• Upset stomach

Learn more about our express care at MeritasHealth.com/Express.

If you are experiencing severe chest or stomach pain, have sustained multiple injuries, or are unsure if your condition is serious or life-threatening, go to the nearest hospital or call 911.