Know your healthcare options in Niagara

We want to help you better understand your healthcare options in Niagara.

In non-emergency situations, your first option should be your family doctor or nurse practitioner.

Other options include:

• Walk-in clinics
• Call Telehealth 1-866-797-0000 for health advice and information from a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Visit Healthcare Options to search for a healthcare provider near you
• Call 211 for information and services about healthcare in Niagara
• Visit Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant CCAC website for non-emergency medical options

For medical emergencies: Call 9-1-1 immediately or go to the nearest Emergency Department

When to go to an Emergency Department

Our specialized ED teams treat patients who call 9-1-1 and arrive by ambulance. They also treat walk-in patients for such emergencies as:

• Broken bones
• Dizziness
• Complications of pregnancy
• Serious illness
• Serious injury
• Mental health issues

When to go to an Urgent Care Centre

• Minor abdominal pain (nausea, vomiting)
• Ear, nose, throat and eye problems
• Minor mental health issues
• Cuts that may need stitches
• Sprains, strains, sports injuries
• Minor asthma attacks or allergic reactions