Keep emergency care available for those who need it most
23 October 2026
With ongoing demand for emergency care, we encourage people to consider the most appropriate healthcare option before attending The Alfred Emergency and Trauma Centre or Sandringham Hospital Emergency Department this weekend.
If your condition is not urgent, alternative healthcare options include:
• Your local Medicare Urgent Care Clinic
• Nurse-on-Call (1300 60 60 24)
• Victorian Virtual Emergency Department
• Your GP
• Your local pharmacy
Our emergency departments remains open and will continue to provide care for patients with serious or life-threatening conditions.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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