- For minor illnesses or injuries that need immediate care
- Not for emergencies
- Open weeknights and often weekends and/or holidays
- No appointment needed
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Urgent care centers treat sprains, minor broken bones, mild asthma attacks, minor infections and rashes, small cuts, flu-like symptoms, sore throats and other minor illnesses that need attention right away, but may not be considered an emergency, Urgent care centers are staffed with physicians.
In most cases, these locations treat patients on a first-come, first-served basis with no required appointments. Care sites may be open after-hours, weekends and/or holidays. Wait times vary depending on volume of other patients, but don't usually exceed a 48-hour wait.
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