Get involved with BSW Community Health
A person holds a bandaged forearm with the opposite hand. A person holds a bandaged forearm with the opposite hand.

Minor Injury Units (MIU)

For: , ,

You are here: Home / Services / Minor Injury Units (MIU)

Minor Injury Units give same-day care if you have an injury that’s less than two weeks old, or if you have a minor illness, such as an eye infection or rash. We welcome adults, children and young people. NHS 111 may advise you to come to us instead of your emergency department (A&E).

You don’t need an appointment. Just walk in and you’ll be seen, we are open 8am – 8pm, 7 days a week. Just note that people are seen in an order that’s based on the urgency of their needs, not necessarily the order in which they arrive.

About the team

The team will respond to and support any injury or illness; however, if the condition is serious or life‑threatening, please call 999 or go to A&E immediately.

After you walk-in and wait to be seen, our team will assess your injury or illness, explain what is happening, and make sure you get the right care. We’re staffed by experienced nurses, paramedics and allied health professionals, such as physiotherapists.

We can also provide X-ray services If your practitioner is concerned or has assessed you may have damaged a bone. X-rays are usually available Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:15pm, and they are provided by specialists (called radiographers).

Who this service is for

We can usually help if:

  • You have cuts, grazes or minor wounds, including infected wounds or insect bites
  • You have minor burns or scalds
  • You have bites or stings, including dog or cat bites
  • You have simple fractures (broken bones) or dislocations
  • You have a minor head injuries (if you are not on blood-thinning medication and have not lost consciousness or become confused)
  • You have eye problems, such as scratches, something in the eye, or minor infections
  • You have a minor illness such as an ear ache or a sore throat

We may not be the right service if:

  • A child needing help is under 1 years old
  • You have serious head injuries
  • You have neck, back, hip or pelvic injuries
  • You have chest pain, breathing problems or shortness of breath
  • You have a severe allergic reaction
  • You have a drug overdose or alcohol-related problems
  • You have severe stomach pain or pregnancy-related problems
  • You have a mental health crisis
  • You have dental pain
  • You need chronic wound dressings
  • You have a chronic condition that has been exacerbated (made worse)

Getting help from this service

Referral not required

You do not need a referral, contact us if you’re not sure what to do next.

Questions and answers

How long is the wait to be seen?
Waiting times can vary, and people with more urgent problems will be seen first. We understand waiting can feel stressful when you are hurt or worried. Our team will do their best to see you as quickly as possible.
Can I book an appointment?
Minor Injury Units run as a walk-in service. You do not need to book. Just come in during opening hours.

Locations

Back to top Quick exit
Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Community Health
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance (opens in a new tab)
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.