Horizon is asking the public to use the Emergency Department for emergencies July 29, 2021 (HORIZON) – Horizon Health Network is asking the public to consider their health care options and be proactive before the New Brunswick Day long weekend. Horizon’s Emergency Departments remain extremely busy and we will prioritize trauma and critical care patients. Patients with non-urgent medical issues may experience long wait-times. Consider one of the following options to prepare for the long weekend: If you are feeling unwell, don’t delay. Contact your primary care provider before the long-weekend begins.Need a prescription refill? Visit your local pharmacist or primary care provider.A sore throat, ear ache or rash could be treated at a local after-hours clinic.If you need health care advice or are unsure about your medical issue, contact Tele-Care 811. We encourage you to visit SoWhyWait.ca to help choose the best option for care: pharmacist, primary health care provider, after-hours clinic, virtual care, Tele-Care 811, or the Emergency Department. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or proceed to your local Emergency Department. Emergency, critical and urgent cases will always be treated as quickly as possible. – 30 – For more information contact: Kris McDavidMedia Relations1-877-499-1899media@horizonnb.cahorizonnb.ca/news