What qualifies as a medical emergency?

A Medical Emergency is any that requires immediate response from an Ambulance Service. In Cayuga County most areas will also send a Fire Department Response. These may include but are not limited to:

  • Allergic Reactions
  • Heart Attacks
  • Illnesses
  • Injuries from falls
  • Seizures

Remain Calm & Stay on the Line

Remain calm, answer the questions that are asked and do not hang up until told to do so.

More Information

For more information on medical emergencies, please review the Medical Emergencies page.

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1. What is 911?
2. When should you call 911?
3. What should you expect when calling 911?
4. What does the 911 Center expect from me when I place a 911 call?
5. What if I call 911 by mistake?
6. Can you find me if I call 911 from my cell phone?
7. How can I help Emergency Responders find me faster?
8. Can I text 911?
9. What qualifies as a police emergency?
10. What qualifies as a fire emergency?
11. What qualifies as a medical emergency?