Health & Medical Emergencies

In an emergency, call 911 first.

Make sure to tell the dispatcher your name, location, and nature of the health or medical emergency.

Then call Campus Security at:

  • Long Island: 516.686.7789
  • New York City: 646.273.7789
  • via TechSafe app

Do not leave the person alone unless necessary for safety.

Emergency Procedures

Examples include chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, seizure, unconsciousness, or serious injury.

  • Call 911 immediately.
  • Provide first aid if trained.
  • Stay with the person until help arrives.

If someone is threatening self-harm or appears to be in immediate crisis:

  • Call 911.
  • Stay with the person if safe to do so.
  • Speak calmly and do not leave them alone.

For urgent mental health concerns that are not life-threatening:

  • Contact Counseling and Wellness
  • Call Campus Security for assistance after hours.
  • Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).

  • Call 911 immediately.
  • If available, administer naloxone.
  • Do not leave the person alone.
  • Place the person on their side if unconscious but bre

  • Call Campus Security immediately.
  • Do not disturb the area.
  • Support services are available for affected community members.

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