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Life-threatening or urgent situation  
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Life-threatening or urgent situation

1. Phone 000.
2. Ask for police, fire or ambulance, depending on the type of emergency.

Health advice

Phone Health Direct Australia on 1800 022 222 for free health advice from registered nurses, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

If you need someone to talk to about an urgent or difficult situation see Crisis helplines.

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