May 2, 2023
According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, an urgent care facility is likely a good choice for minor injuries or illnesses — cough, sore throat, earache, rash, minor cuts, etc. — or if the doctor’s office is closed. These facilities take pressure off of overburdened primary care providers, and can also serve as a pressure release valve for unnecessary, higher-cost emergency room visits.
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