If this is a life-threatening emergency
Call your local emergency number now:
112 (Ghana & many countries) •
193 (Ghana Ambulance) •
191 (Ghana Police) •
192 (Ghana Fire)
🧠 1. Mental Health Support
If you are in immediate danger of harming yourself or someone else, call emergency services now (112 / 193 / 911 / 999) or go to your nearest emergency room.
You are not alone. Help is available. Below are crisis lines you can call or text right now, followed by our chat option.
Crisis Hotlines
International Association for Suicide Prevention
Find a crisis centre near you
iasp.info
Outside Ghana? Search
"suicide prevention hotline [your country]" or visit
findahelpline.com for your local number.
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If you are safe but struggling, our doctors are here to listen and guide you. This is not a crisis line — for immediate danger, use the hotlines above.
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📞 2. Emergency Contacts
Save these numbers. In an emergency, every second counts.
Ghana
National Emergency (All Services)
Ambulance, Police, Fire — unified line
112
Ambulance
National Ambulance Service
193
Police
Ghana Police Service
191
Fire Service
Ghana National Fire Service
192
Other Countries
USA & Canada
All emergencies
911
UK & Europe (many countries)
All emergencies
999
Not in these countries? Search "emergency number [your country]". Most countries use 112 or 911.
Poison Control
If someone has swallowed or been exposed to a harmful substance:
- Call emergency services (193) immediately.
- Have the container or substance with you when you call.
- Do not induce vomiting unless told to by a professional.
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📍 3. Find Health Facilities Near You
Need to find a clinic, hospital, pharmacy, or emergency room near you? Use our location tool to see facilities in your area.
📍 Find Health Facilities Near Me
💊 Find Pharmacies Near Me
In an emergency: Do not wait to find a facility online. Call 112 / 193 first — dispatchers will direct you to the nearest appropriate hospital.
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🩹 4. First Aid Guides
These are basic guides only. They do not replace professional medical care. After any first aid, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
Quick reference for common emergencies. Stay calm, act fast, and call for help.
🫁 Choking (Adult)
1. Ask "Are you choking?"
2. Give 5 back blows between shoulder blades.
3. Give 5 abdominal thrusts (Heimlich).
4. Repeat until object is out or help arrives.
5. If unconscious, start CPR and call 193.
🩸 Severe Bleeding
1. Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth.
2. Do not remove the cloth — add more on top.
3. Elevate the limb if possible.
4. Keep pressure until help arrives.
5. Call 193 immediately.
🔥 Burns
1. Cool the burn under running water for 20 min.
2. Remove jewellery/tight items before swelling.
3. Cover loosely with clean, non-stick dressing.
4. Do NOT apply butter, oil, or ice.
5. Seek care for large or deep burns.
❤️ CPR (Adult)
1. Check responsiveness and breathing.
2. Call 193 immediately.
3. Place heel of hand on centre of chest.
4. Push hard and fast — 100–120 compressions/min.
5. Continue until help arrives.
🧠 Seizure
1. Keep the person safe — clear hard objects.
2. Do NOT restrain or put anything in their mouth.
3. Cushion their head.
4. Time the seizure.
5. Call 193 if it lasts over 5 minutes.
☀️ Heat Stroke
1. Move to a cool, shaded place.
2. Remove excess clothing.
3. Cool with water, fan, or cold packs.
4. Give water if conscious.
5. Call 193 — heat stroke is life-threatening.
For anything serious, do not rely on these guides alone. Call emergency services or get to a hospital immediately.
Want personalised guidance?
For non-emergency first aid questions, our doctors can guide you.
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💊 5. Medication Information
If you suspect an overdose or poisoning, call emergency services (112 / 193) immediately. Do not wait for an online answer.
For questions about your medications — dosage, interactions, side effects, or what to do if you missed a dose — we can help.
Common Medication Questions
- Can I take this with my other medications?
- What should I do if I missed a dose?
- Are these side effects normal?
- Can I take this with food or alcohol?
- How should I store this medication?
Safety first: Always read the label and patient information leaflet. Never share prescription medication with others. Never stop a prescribed medication without talking to your doctor.
Talk to a Doctor or Pharmacist
For personalised medication guidance, chat with our doctors. They can help you understand your prescriptions and flag potential concerns.
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Poison Control
For suspected overdose or poisoning:
- Call 112 or 193 immediately
- Have the medication container with you
- Do not induce vomiting unless instructed
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👨👩👧 6. Special Populations
Some health needs require extra care and personalised guidance. For these groups, we recommend speaking directly with a doctor rather than relying on general information.
🧒 Pediatric Care (Children)
Children's symptoms, dosages, and development milestones differ greatly from adults. For any concern about a child's health — fever, rash, feeding, growth, or behaviour — please consult a pediatric professional.
🤰 Maternal & Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy and postpartum health require specialist attention. For questions about prenatal care, nutrition, warning signs, or postpartum recovery, speak with an obstetrician or midwife.
👴 Elderly Care
Older adults often manage multiple conditions and medications. For concerns about falls, memory, polypharmacy, or general decline, a geriatric specialist can provide safer, tailored guidance.
♿ Disability Care
Health needs for people with disabilities require individualised attention. For accessible care, assistive devices, or condition-specific support, please consult a specialist familiar with your needs.
Why we redirect you to a doctor: These groups have unique risks, and general information online can be misleading or unsafe. A doctor who knows the patient's history can give safe, personalised advice.
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Our doctors can provide personalised guidance for any of these populations.
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