Urgent treatment centre

Due to staffing issues, there are some overnight closures at our urgent treatment centre.

The unit will close at 8.30pm (unless stated) each evening before opening at 7.45am the following morning on the following days:

We apologise for any inconvenience. Please use NHS 111 to find the right place for your care needs.

Location	Berwick Infirmary
Ward Name / Number	Urgent treatment centre
Direct dial telephone number	0344 811 8111
Location of ward	Well Close Square entrance
Ward visiting times	The unit is open 24 hours a day.
What patients may need to know about the daily routine on the ward	The nurse-led unit is staffed by highly experienced emergency nurse practitioners.
Are children welcome?	Yes, but the unit is unable to see those under 1.
What conditions does the unit treat?	The unit treats conditions such as: Sprains and strains Suspected broken bones Cuts, grazes or suspected wound infections Minor burns and scalds Minor head injuries – where there has been no loss of consciousness or vomiting, if you are not taking any blood thinning medications, and there are no residual symptoms i.e. headache, nausea, visual disturbance, dizziness or any other symptoms of concussion. Minor eye problems Ear and throat infections Insect and animal bites Nose injuries and suspected broken nose Removal of rings, earrings, and studs Removal of foreign bodies from eyes, nose or ears
More information	For medical advice, or if you are unsure whether the urgent treatment centre is the right place for you to get treatment, you can: Call 111 or visit 111 online. Or visit the NHS website. Staff at the urgent treatment centre cannot give you advice over the telephone.

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