Before visiting an Emergency Department or calling Triple Zero (000), consider if there’s a better way to get better.

Not sure of your best health care option? Call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 (24 hours, 7 days).

If it is an emergency and you are severely unwell, such as difficulty breathing at rest or chest pain, call Triple Zero (000).

Check your symptoms

Use healthdirect’s online symptom checker if you’re feeling unwell.

Answer some questions about your symptoms and get advice on whether to rest at home, see a doctor, go to an Emergency Department or call an ambulance. The symptom checker is available online at any time.

GPs

If your regular GP is unavailable, consider seeing another GP or ask about Telehealth. Many GPs are open after hours and on weekends and some offer bulk billing, which means services can be provided at no cost.

To find a GP, including those that bulk bill or are open after hours, visit the healthdirect service finder, call 1800 022 222 or visit Adelaide PHN Adelaide After Hours service finder.

GP Respiratory Clinics

GP Respiratory Clinics are available to support the assessment of people experiencing mild to moderate respiratory symptoms.

Find out more about GP Respiratory Clinics and SA Health Respiratory Pathway.

Child and Adolescent Virtual Urgent Care Service

The Child and Adolescent Virtual Urgent Care Service is a free service that connects parents with a virtual team of highly skilled emergency doctors and nurses who can assess and provide medical advice for your children, aged 6 months to 17 years.

Register and learn more about the Child and Adolescent Virtual Urgent Care Service.

Pharmacy

Pharmacies are a great source of free health information. Appointments are not usually needed and information about how to treat minor illnesses and injuries can generally be provided quickly and easily.

Many pharmacies are open late, on weekends and public holidays. To find a local pharmacy, including those that are open after hours, visit the Heathdirect service finder, call 1800 022 222 or visit Adelaide PHN Adelaide After Hours service finder.

Allied health

Allied health professionals can help with a range of medical issues, including sprains, muscle pain, eye conditions, and many other medical conditions.

To find an allied health professional, visit the Heathdirect service finder.

Mental health services

A comprehensive range of mental health services are provided through community health centres and hospitals and in-home.

The SA Health Mental Health Triage Service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 13 14 65.