Minor Injury Unit (MIU)

If you have a non-life-threatening injury, you can get help from an MIU, rather than going to an A&E department. This will allow A&E staff to concentrate on people with serious, life-threatening conditions and will save you a potentially long wait. MIUs are run by experienced clinicians to treat minor injuries, such as:

• sprains and strains
• broken bones
• wound infections
• minor burns and scalds
• minor head injuries
• insect and animal bites
• minor eye injuries
• injuries to the back, shoulder and chest

MIUs cannot treat any minor illnesses, such as stomach pains, mild allergic reactions or pregnancy problems. If you need treatment for a minor illness, a walk-in centre may be able to help you. MIUs run on a first come, first served basis and you do not need an appointment to access the service.

When should you use the service?

• If you need treatment for a non-life-threatening injury

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