Did you know? - Minor Injuries

Did you know there is a Minor Injuries Unit at Bishop Auckland Hospital.

This Unit can treat non critical or life threatening injuries

They can treat a number of injuries including

  • Injuries to upper and lower liimbs
  • Broken bones, sprains, bruises and wounds
  • Bites - human, animal and insect
  • Burns and scalds
  • Abcesses and wound infections
  • Minor head injuries
  • Broken noses and nosebleeds
  • Foreign bodies in the eyes and nose

In order to make an appointment you must call 111 (you do not need to see a GP).

This service is open 24 hours a day every day of the year.

Thank you.

Published on 27 September 2023