Walk-in Centers are
convenient medical care centers giving access to a range of treatments. Walk-in
Centers are managed by expert medical practitioners, nurse, assistant, or a
doctor of osteopathic medicine. They have lots of experience and expertise in their
field. Each one is committed to
improving their patient’s health by providing
the right treatment for rapid recovery. In this write-up, we will be learning
about how walk-in clinics are helpful.
These walk-in centers
specialize in deal with minor illnesses and injuries including;
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Hay fever
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Nausea and
diarrhea
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Blood pressure
checks
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Stomach aches
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Emergency
contraception and advice
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Insect and animal
bites
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Dressing care
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Infections and
rashes
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Stitches
(sutures)
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Minor burns and
strains
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Small cuts and
bruises
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Stop smoking help
Walk-in centers are usually
managed by skilled nursed and are available for service to everyone. Patients
do not require prior appointment as they are open 365 days a year and for
extended working hours. You can often visit to see a nurse or doctor without an
appointment to get advice, assessment or treatment for a minor illness or
injury. However, these walk-in centers are not designed for treating long-term
illnesses, life-threatening problems, and young children.
Nevertheless, the decision to
provide treatment for these lies with the walk-in centers based on the
capacity, resources and available skill levels. It is always advisable to call
your nearest walk-in center if you are not sure if you or your child can be
treated there.
There are some services
available at the Walk-in Clinics, however; this may vary by
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Location
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Availability Of
Doctors
•
Equipment
•
Diagnosis And Treatment
Of Minor Illnesses And Injuries
•
Prescriptions
•
Referrals
It may not always be a good
option to choose for a walk-in clinic, let find out when you can choose these
walk-in clinics;
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Whenever you are
in a non-urgent situation
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When your family
doctor is not available or closed or if you don’t have a family doctor
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At times, when
you need care for minor illnesses and injuries including, stomach upsets,
infection and rashes, cuts and bruises, fractures, emergency contraception and
advice, and burns and strains.
Note -
• You do not require any referral or
recommendations to use this service.
• You usually do not require any prior
appointment, and you can call to check availability.
• You can walk-in with your health card to
avoid fees & bills
