Express Care Guide
The Condition Requires Immediate Care, But is Not Life-threatening:
Animal Bite
Bronchitis
Bladder Infection
Cold/cough
Chronic back pain
Ear infection
Ear wax removal
Immunizations updates
Influenza
Dental pain
Headache/migraine
Mild strains and sprains
Minor eye irritation
Minor skin irritation
Non-traumatic back pain
Seasonal allergies
Sexual transmitted infection/STD
Sinus infection
Strep throat
Yeast infection
Emergency Care Guide
The Condition is Life, or Limb-Threatening
- Bleeding that won't stop
Extensive or complicated cut or laceration
Fainting or head injury with loss of consciousness or disorientation
Loss or change of vision
Major fracture
Seizure without a previous diagnosis of epilepsy
Serious burn
Spinal injury
Sudden change in mental state
Sudden shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Vomiting or coughing up blood
If You Have a Medical Emergency, Go To the Emergency Room
VA NWIHCS Express Care:
» After Hours Care
» Get the Care You Need, Fast
» Sick Call
» No Appointment Necessary
» Telehealth Capability
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
