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Instructions for helping someone else

Sudden very severe headache

Before continuing

In an emergency, contact the official service (141) in your area.

What to do

  1. Sudden extremely severe headache: call emergency services.
  2. Report weakness, unusual speech, confusion, seizure or stiff neck. Have medicines ready.
  3. If unresponsive: call emergency services. If breathing is abnormal, start CPR with dispatcher guidance.

What to avoid

  1. Do not wait for painkillers to work before getting help.

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