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Urgent help: who to call in the UK

If someone is in danger now, call 999. Otherwise use the options below.

Someone is unwell after eating a mushroom

  1. Call 999 if the person is drowsy, confused, having a fit, or struggling to breathe. Otherwise call NHS 111.

  2. Do not make them sick.

  3. Keep any leftover mushroom, a photo, or the packaging for the clinician.

  4. Note when it was eaten and who else ate it.

Full poisoning guide →

Emotional or mental-health crisis

  • Samaritans: call 116 123, free, 24 hours a day.
  • Shout: text SHOUT to 85258, free, 24/7.
  • NHS 111: urgent mental-health advice (England: option 2).

Drugs information

FRANK gives free, confidential drugs information and advice on 0300 123 6600.