About NHS Walk in Centres
Care UK operates a number of NHS Walk-in Centres across the UK providing free services, including health information, advice and treatment for a range of illnesses and minor injuries without having to make an appointment.
NHS Walk-in Centres have been introduced to help people with busy lifestyles who need access to flexible and convenient health services. The centres are run by experienced nurses and GPs. Walk-in Centres do not replace local GP or hospital services but complement them by providing more patients with convenient access to a range of treatments for minor illnesses and injuries. The service operates on a first come, first served basis, unless someone is acutely unwell and needs immediate attention.
The Centres treat a range of conditions including:
- Minor illnesses
- Cuts and grazes
- Minor scalds and burns
- Strains and sprains
- Bites and stings
- Minor head injuries
- Ear and throat infections
- Emergency contraception
- Minor skin infections / rashes
- Minor eye conditions / infections
- Stomach upsets
- Coughs, colds and flu like symptoms
- Other common illnesses
- Asthma
Care UK runs NHS Walk in Centres in London (Victoria, Tollgate Lodge and Broad Street) and in Newcastle.
