Shortness of breath

Get urgent care for shortness of breath and breathing issues

Sudden or worsening shortness of breath can signal serious conditions such as asthma, pneumonia, heart failure, or blood clots. It’s among the top reasons for emergency visits in the U.S. Prompt evaluation helps identify life-threatening causes and ensure safe, effective treatment.

Care includes AI Assessment download
Middle-aged man sitting on a couch, holding his chest and appearing distressed, possibly experiencing shortness of breath or breathing difficulties.
Discover shortness of breath causes
and treatment.
Real providers + AI assessment
What the doctor says
"Shortness of breath may feel like anxiety, but it can also be a sign of something more serious. We focus on ruling out urgent causes like clots, infections, or heart strain—so you can breathe easier, literally and emotionally."
Portrait of Dr. Alex Mauskop, Chief Medical Advisor at Hedfirst
Dr. Alex Mauskop
Hedfirst Chief Medical Advisor
Director, New York Headache Center Professor of Clinical Neurology, SUNY Downstate Medical Center
now enrolling limited patients

Real, licensed medical providers. AI-powered comprehensive care.

2/20 launch patients accepted. Reserve your spot today.

Now accepting a limited number of patients.  Enroll now!

At our inaugural launch, we're accepting a limited number of just 20 new patients. Accepted patients will enjoy discounted annual membership fee of just $499 (vs $700 regular price.)

$42
$58
/month
Charged annually at $499
Includes two, true 30-minute provider sessions

Few things just time spent more than your health. Medical issues and humans can be complicated. We believe in taking more time than a typical physician visit (18 minutes).

AI Assessment document

Hedfirst AI is bolstered by over 50 billion parameters. Your comprehensive report can highlight illusive causes, cures that others might miss.

Free at-home labs & medication reviews

This test measures Lipids, Insulin Resistance, Average Blood Sugars, Inflammation, Glucose & Visceral Fat with a simple finger-prick blood test.

Waived medication review fees

Many telehealth companies require consultation fees for a doctor to review your eligibility. Hedfirst members pay no fees on prescription medications. Prescriptions are billed direct to your credit card.

Medication + Comprehensive care

How Hedfirst Comprehensive Membership compares

Benefits
No long wait times
24/7 unlimited messaging
Personalized care plans
Access to video conference care
Integrated AI Assessment
No-cost medication consults
Free Metabolic Lab Kit
Medical summary
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Nuvra
Same-day or next-day appointments
24/7 virtual care access
Personalized care plans
Access to in-person care
Direct insurance integration
Transparent, affordable pricing
Dedicated health coaches
On-demand prescription refills
Benefits
Online-Only Platforms
Same-day or next-day appointments
24/7 virtual care access
Personalized care plans
Access to in-person care
Direct insurance integration
Varies
Transparent, affordable pricing
Dedicated health coaches
On-demand prescription refills
Varies
Benefits
Traditional Clinics
Same-day or next-day appointments
24/7 virtual care access
Personalized care plans
Access to in-person care
Direct insurance integration
Varies
Transparent, affordable pricing
Dedicated health coaches
Varies
On-demand prescription refills