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- In an emergency, dial 999 or 112 from any phone and tell the operator which service you need – police, fire brigade or ambulance. They will send immediate help
- Only dial 999 or 112 in emergencies. False calls cost lives and money. You could also face a fine.
- If you or someone else is ill, but it is not an emergency, call NHS Direct on the number below or visit your local GP
- If you need police assistance, but it is not an emergency, please call your local police station. The number can be found in Yellow Pages, telephone directory services or at www.yell.com. Do not ring 999 unless it is an emergency
- For medical emergencies, hospitals have a 24-hour Accident and Emergency (A&E) department. The number for your local A&E can be found in Yellow Pages, telephone directory services or at www.yell.com.
- Knowledge of first aid can help in the event of an accident or medical emergency, such as a fit, an asthma attack or a drug overdose, while you wait for an ambulance
- First aid courses are run throughout Wales and can help you save lives
- If you find yourself in an emergency situation, try and stay calm and find help as soon as possible. Any first aid knowledge will also help if there is a medical problem
