THE minor injuries unit (MIU) at Cardigan Integrated Care Centre will re-open to patients from Monday (January 25). The unit, which was temporarily closed in December to enable staff redeployment in support of the Covid-19 response within Ceredigion, will be open Mondays to Fridays between 9am and 4.30pm. People are reminded not to attend the MIU if they have any symptoms of Covid-19, if they have been asked to self-isolate, or if they are awaiting a Covid-19 test result. If people need to visit the MIU, attend alone where possible, wear a suitable face covering and keep to the 2m social distancing rules at all times.
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A minor injuries unit in Ceredigion has been closed so staff can be redeployed to help with the response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Hywel Dda University Health Board said the closure would be temporary and would be under constant review until it is safe to re-open.
The unit at Cardigan Integrated Care Centre usually operates five days a week during normal working hours.
Patients have been asked to call 111 if they need assistance.
Alternatively they can visit the 111 symptom checker or go to their local pharmacy.
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THE Minor Injuries Unit at Cardigan’s Integrated Care Centre has been shut. As part of its response to the coronavirus pandemic, Hywel Dda University Health Board has temporarily closed the unit in order to redeploy clinical staff to support the Covid-19 response within Ceredigion. The unit normally operates from Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm, will temporarily close with immediate effect. A Hywel Dda spokesperson said: “The situation will be under constant review and normal service will be resumed when it is safe and appropriate to do so.” Minor injuries help and advice is available as follows:
visit the 111 symptom checker (https://111.wales.nhs.uk/)