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GP Urgent Care clinics in WA

Not all urgencies are emergencies. If you are in Western Australia and your injury or illness is urgent (required on the day) but non-life threatening, you can visit a GP urgent care clinic. Find clinics here.

Calling triple zero (000)

Triple zero (000) is the emergency number for ambulance, police or fire services in Australia. Call 000 if the situation is serious and urgent.

Urgent Care Clinics

Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are open longer hours than GP clinics and provide bulk billed urgent care when you don’t need the emergency department.

Health risks after a cyclone or flood

Learn about cyclone and flood health risks. Contaminated floodwater, injuries, problems getting medicine, and snake or spider bites are common hazards.

Paramedics

Paramedics help with serious accidents and injuries, treating many conditions. Learn about their roles, how they assist, and when you may need them.

About ambulances in Australia

An ambulance provides emergency transport for sick or injured people. Learn more about when to call an ambulance, and what it will cost.

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