Health Links should only be called in emergency situations.

Health Links is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

When you call Health Links,you will be able to speak to a licensed medical doctor.

It is a good idea to visit a walk-in clinic if your regular family doctor is not available

If you can wait, it is usually best to wait for an appointment with your family doctor (rather than visiting a walk-in clinic).

Hospital emergency rooms are open 24 hours a day, except for Sundays and statutory holiday.

It is best to drive to the emergency room, rather than calling 911, because ambulances usually take longer.

If you are helping someone with a back injury, it is best to call 911 and wait for a qualified paramedic.

If you are in doubt about a medical condition or injury, it is always best to call 911.

Patients in hospital emergency rooms are taken on a first come, first serve basis.