We put together this guide to help you know the difference between urgent care and emergency care and where to seek treatment when you need it.

Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room: What's the Difference?

Urgent care centers give people access to quality healthcare when their primary care doctor's offices are closed.

What is an Urgent Care Center?

Emergency rooms are usually attached to hospitals and are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Urgent care centers can handle various medical problems that need to be treated immediately, but are not considered true emergencies.

If you or someone around you is experiencing what seems to be a life-threatening medical condition, dial 911 immediately.