THE NEW Minor Injury Unit (MIU) at Bromsgrove’s Princess of Wales Community Hospital will officially open its doors on Monday, October 6, after £1.6million worth of investment.
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, which runs the service, has invested the cash into the development of a modern, purpose-built centre aimed at improving patient experience and streamlining care delivery.
The town’s current unit will close this weekend – Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5 – to allow teams to relocate equipment and prepare the new space ahead of opening to patients on Monday.
Patients requiring treatment or advice for a minor injury during this time are encouraged to contact NHS 111, or visit one of Worcestershire’s alternative minor injury units, located in Evesham, Malvern, Kidderminster and Tenbury.
Dan Marshall, Modern Matron and Minor Injury Unit Lead, said: “We’re kindly asking patients from Bromsgrove and surrounding areas to contact NHS 111 if they need advice or treatment for a minor injury this weekend. NHS 111 can provide expert guidance on the most appropriate service – whether that’s another MIU, a GP, pharmacy, or in some cases, an emergency department.”
To access these services people can visit the website at 111.nhs.uk or call 111.
The new unit is expected to provide a more comfortable and seamless service for patients, improving their overall experience.
Minor injury units in Worcestershire are a key part of delivering healthcare treatments – people can visit for a multitude of issues, including cuts, sprains, and minor burns. X-rays are also available. MIUs enable patients to receive quicker treatment and to help the A&E focus on life-threatening conditions.
People can walk into an MIU, but it is recommended patients call NHS 111 first to assess their symptoms and get an appointment.
People can visit the minor injury unit service page online at hacw.nhs.uk/MIU for more information.
