Many health issue that arise over the holidays are not medical emergencies. Know when to visit the ER and when to call your doctor instead. Head to the ER for: - chest pain - coughing up or vomiting blood - head injury with loss of consciousness - high fever with stiff neck, mental confusion, or difficulty breathing - severe bleeding - signs of stroke (FAST - Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911)
