Overcrowded ER’s  are not just frustrating and inconvenient, they can be downright dangerous. This article from Kevin MD is a few years old, however, it offers some perspective and commentary of interest.
Potentially adding to the problem is another issue that he raised today on the availability of primary care physicians .
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I don’t see a copyright, but I would love to have permission to use this photo in a nursing educational program. It is the best photo that I have seen that adequately depicts those waitng to see a medical professional . If it would be possible to use for free, please let me know. Thank you