Think Minor Injury Units

If you’ve hurt yourself, had a fall, burnt yourself or are suffering from another non-life-threatening issue, the Minor Injury Unit is a fast and effective way of getting treated without the long wait in A&E (Emergency Department).

Your local MIUs have a team of nurses, Emergency Care Practitioners (ECPs) and support staff to get you the help you need, fast.

By visiting your local MIU, you help keep A&E (Emergency Department) free for those who need it most.

When to use a Minor Injury Unit

Without the long wait times in A&E, your local MIU can treat you for:

• sprains and strains
• minor fractures
• wounds needing stitches
• burns and scalds
• minor head injuries

This is a self-referral walk-in service for people of any age.

However, your GP or other healthcare professional may refer you to an MIU. Likewise - if your condition cannot be dealt with at an MIU, they will refer you to your GP, the nearest A&E or another appropriate service.

Where are MIUs located?

MIUs are located at o­­­­­ur community hospitals in Bridgnorth, Ludlow, Whitchurch, and at Oswestry Health Centre. For opening times, please visit: Minor injury units in Shropshire (shropscommunityhealth.nhs.uk)

MIU Videos

Watch our videos:

• What is a Minor Injury Unit?
• A day in the life of an MIU