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    sophie_dubois
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    I never know if a symptom is an emergency. 🚑 How do you decide when to call emergency services?

    When to call emergency services: a plain guide

    When unsure

    Symptom Action
    Chest pain with shortness of breath ❤️ Call immediately
    Stroke signs (FAST) 🧠 Face, arms, speech, time
    Severe bleeding 🩸 Emergency
    Seizure longer than 5 min ⚠️ Call now
    • Better safe than sorry
    • Emergency lines can advise
    • Don’t drive yourself if critical

    Have you ever hesitated to call? What happened? 📞

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