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When you need us, our emergency
department is ready. We’re open
24 hours a day, every day. And we’re
prepared for every kind of medical
emergency. But what if a health
issue needs quick attention but isn’t
an emergency?
If your doctor isn’t available,
a walk-in clinic may be a good
choice. CMHWalk-In Clinics treat
minor illnesses—such as flu, fever,
earaches and rashes—and some
minor injuries.
Some walk-in clinics are open
seven days a week and offer evening
hours. Many also provide X-ray and
laboratory services.
You don’t need an appointment at
a walk-in clinic, and you likely won’t
wait long for treatment.
But remember: A walk-in clinic isn’t
a replacement for your primary care
doctor or the emergency department.
Call 911 if you think you’re dealing
with a medical emergency. Signs
include:
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Severe chest pain.
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Uncontrolled bleeding.
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Poisoning.
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Seizures.
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Head trauma.
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Coughing up or vomiting blood.
Sources: American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine; American
College of Emergency Physicians; Urgent Care Association of
America
We all want to avoid the flu during flu season.Your best bet
is to get a flu shot every year. But there’s good news if you
do get the flu: Drugs called antiviral medications may help
you feel better faster.
They can shorten your illness by a day or two and make
your symptoms milder. They can also help prevent serious
complications from the flu.
Antivirals work best if taken within two days of getting
sick. Signs you might have the flu include fever, cough,
sore throat, aches and chills.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
WALK-IN CLINIC HOURS
Butterfield Park
PediatricsWalk-In Clinic
1195 N. Oakland, Suite 2, Bolivar
417-328-6020
Open: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.;
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
CMHWalk-In Clinic
2230 S. Springfield, Suite H-J, Bolivar
417-777-4800
Open: Daily, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Dade County FamilyMedical Center
105 N. Grand, Suite 2, Greenfield
417-637-5133
Open: Monday to Friday, 9 to 11 a.m.
Dallas County Family
Medical CenterWalk-In Clinic
201 S. Ash, Buffalo
417-345-6100
Open: Daily, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Osceola Medical Center
Walk-In Clinic
855 Arduser Drive, Osceola
417-646-5075
Open: Daily, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Pleasant Hope Family
Medical Center
209 S. Main, Pleasant Hope
417-267-2001
Open: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Stockton Family Medical Center
1521 S. Third St., Stockton
417-276-5131
Open: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to noon
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