Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments assess and treat patients with serious injuries or illnesses. Generally, you should visit A&E or call 999 for life-threatening emergencies, such as:

• loss of consciousness
• acute confused state
• it’s the first time someone has had a fit
• fits that are not stopping
• persistent, severe chest pain
• breathing difficulties
• severe bleeding that cannot be stopped
• severe allergic reactions
• severe burns or scalds

Less severe injuries can be treated in urgent care centres (minor injuries units), which can treat patients without an appointment. Our MIU can be a quick alternative to A&E for minor injuries such as minor burns and scalds, insect stings and sprains.

In Hull, A&E is based at the Hull Royal Infirmary site.

Hull Royal Infirmary
Anlaby Rd
Hull
HU3 2JZ

Please remember that A&E is for serious injury or emergency.

Do you need treatment right away, but it’s not an emergency? Find out where to go here.