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"It is summer and accidents, incidents and illnesses will happen. The main thing is to know when and how to get help," says Henry County Hospital Emergency Department Director Kris Manning, RN.
"Number one," she stresses, "If you have chest pain seek help immediately. Many people overdo it in the name of fun or yard work. Call 911 because you will be treated as soon as Emergency Medical Services arrive on the scene."
However, when it comes to other situations, knowing where to get help is just as important. Kris offers the following suggestions:
Emergency Department at Henry County Hospital
We Never Close
Life-threatening emergencies and late-night trauma require an immediate visit to the hospital such as:
- Chest pain
- Poisoning
- Severe bleeding
- Broken bones
- Late-night, non-life-threatening illness and accidents
New Castle Walk-In Care
8 am-6 pm, Monday-Friday
Medical care for non-life-threatening conditions if your primary care physician is not available or if you do not have a primary provider for health concerns such as:
- Ear infections
- Sprains and strains
- Minor injuries and illnesses
- Coughs, colds and sore throats
Primary Care Providers at
New Castle Family & Internal Medicine,
New Castle Pediatrics, New Castle Clinic
Office Hours Vary and you must be a patient
Your first stop for health care for common illnesses and undiagnosed health concerns should be with your primary care provider. Appointments are available.
Need a Doctor?
Call 765.521.1300
8:30 am-3 pm, Monday-Friday
If you don’t have a primary care provider you may call the Need a Doctor line for assistance in finding a doctor.
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