Emergency signs

Emergency signs

A shorter list of danger situations where delay can be unsafe.

Anaphylaxis: A Severe Allergic Reaction Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that happens very quickly. It can be caused by common triggers like c... Urgent Fever in Children A fever means a body temperature of 38°C or higher. It is usually the body's response to an infection. Most childhood fevers are ... Urgent Head injury A head injury can happen after a fall, road crash, sports accident, assault or a blow to the head. Some injuries affect only the ... Urgent Pregnancy danger signs Most pregnancies progress safely, but certain symptoms can indicate a serious problem affecting the pregnant person, the baby, or... Urgent Seizure A seizure is a sudden disturbance in the brain's electrical activity. It can cause shaking or stiffening of the body, loss of awa... Urgent Severe breathing difficulty Severe breathing difficulty means struggling to get enough air. A person may be gasping, breathing very fast, unable to speak nor... Urgent Severe dehydration Dehydration happens when the body loses more fluid than it takes in. Severe dehydration is an emergency because it can reduce blo... Urgent Stroke A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is suddenly blocked, or when bleeding occurs in or around the brain. Brain ... Urgent