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The phone number every Louisvillian should have in their contacts

July 11, 2024 • 
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Emergencies happen when you least expect them — have this number on hand to help.

Photo courtesy of UofL Health

Did you know? UofL Health has seven emergency rooms in the area (read: the most in the region).

Every second counts in a medical emergency. With short wait times, UofL Health ERs offer convenient solutions to Louisvillians facing a crisis.

Pro tip: Louisvillians can access ER wait times at their fingertips. How? Simply text ERWAIT to 511511.

Find the closest ER to you.

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