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Where to go for Minor Injuries

GP surgeries do not provide a minor injuries service.  

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If you have a minor injury you should attend the Bideford Hospital Minor Injuries Unit  which is open daily from 8am to 8pm (for urgent care Barnstaple Hospital has a 24/7 A&E Department).

You see can see the current live WAITING TIMES by clicking here.

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Minor injuries include things like: 

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• 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
   

North Devon Minor Injuries Waiting Times

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North Devon District Hospital's Emergency Department (A&E) can be a busy place. If you have a minor injury or condition which you feel needs medical attention, but is not an emergency, it may be quicker to be seen at one of our Minor Injuries Units (MIU).

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If you’re not sure which service is best for you please phone 111 for guidance.

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Please be aware the waiting times and number of waiting patients displayed is updated every five minutes and may have changed by the time you arrive at the unit.