Healthcare
Emergency or not? 112, 1177, 114 14, 113 13
Four numbers every newcomer should save today — and which one to call when.
At a glance
- Life in danger
- 112
- Healthcare advice
- 1177
- Police, not urgent
- 114 14
- Information in a crisis
- 113 13
Which number when
| Number | Call when | Open |
|---|---|---|
| 112 | Life, health, property or the environment is in danger right now: ambulance, fire, police, sea and mountain rescue. Also ongoing crimes. | 24/7, free |
| 1177 | You are ill or hurt and unsure where to go or how urgent it is. | 24/7 |
| 114 14 | Police matters that are not urgent: reporting a past crime, giving a tip, passports and permits. Answered in Swedish or English. | 24/7, not free |
| 113 13 | Information during serious accidents and crises (storms, floods, epidemics). English is available. | 24/7 |
Where to go
| Situation | Go to |
|---|---|
| Chest pain, difficulty breathing, signs of stroke, heavy bleeding, unconscious | Call 112 |
| Suspected fracture, deep cut, severe allergic reaction, concussion | Närakut / urgent care, or akutmottagning |
| Fever, infection, rash, ear pain, ongoing problems | Your vårdcentral |
| Not sure | Call 1177 |
Official sources
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