In an emergency-dial 999

The two Emergency Departments in Bristol are:

Emergency Department
Frenchay Hospital
Frenchay Park Road
Frenchay
Bristol
BS16 1LE
Tel. 0117 970 1212

Emergency Department
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Tel 0117 923 0000
Minicom 0117 934 9869

Heart attacks and strokes are two of our biggest killers. If you spot the warning signs call 999 immediately.

Minor injuries can be treated quickly and safely at a Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) or a GP surgery that treats minor injuries.
The following GPs can treat wounds, sprains and stains, broken bones, minor head injuries and minor eye problems. Waiting times may be shorter than in a full emergency department.

There are two Minor Injuries Units serving South Gloucesteshire.

Southmead
The Minor Injuries Unit
Southmead Hospital
Monks Park Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
The unit is open 9am-9pm, seven days a week

Heart Attack warning signs

Some heart attacks are sudden and intense — the "movie heart attack," where no one doubts what's happening.  But most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often people affected aren't sure what's wrong and wait too long before getting help.  

There are signs that can mean a heart attack is happening:

1. Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the centre of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.   
2. Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.   
3. Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.  
4. Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or light headedness.

Stroke warning signs
If you suspect that someone is having a stroke act FAST. How do I know if someone is having a stroke? FASTrequires an assessment of three specific symptoms of stroke:

• Facial weakness - can the person smile? Has their mouth or eye drooped?
• Arm weakness - can the person raise both arms?
• Speech problems - can the person speak clearly and understand what you say?
• Test all three symptoms.

If the person has failed any one of these tests, you must call 999. Stroke is a medical emergency and by calling 999 you can help someone reach hospital quickly and receive the early treatment they need.

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