Common conditions which do not require a visit to the emergency room include, but are not limited to:

• Earaches

• Cuts where the bleeding is under control

• An animal bite which is no longer bleeding; However please note you should contact a doctor to clarify whether or not a rabies shot is needed.

• A broken bone does not require an ER visit. Rather, call your doctor. If it is not possible to call your doctor, or the fracture/break is self-evident, then yes go to the ER.

• Sprains, rashes, sunburns and other burns do not need an ER visit.

• Insect sting, unless there are signs of breathing difficulties. If this is the case, rush to the ER or else call 911 immediately.

• Fever does not need a visit to the ER unless it is accompanied by convulsions.

• Colds, flu symptoms, a cough or a sore throat is not a reason to go to the emergency room.

• STDs do not require an ER visit.