Report by Duncan Williams for Pulman's Weekly News
A new Minor Injuries Service has opened at Seaton and Colyton Medical Practice, offering residents across Seaton and surrounding Devon villages faster access to treatment for recent, non-life-threatening injuries.
The service is available to all local residents, including those who are not registered with the practice, and is designed to provide a more convenient option for urgent but minor injuries within the community.
It will treat injuries sustained within the past 48 hours and is not intended for illnesses, long-term conditions, or routine medical concerns, which should continue to be managed through standard GP services or other healthcare routes.
As the facility does not include X-ray equipment, patients with suspected fractures or more serious injuries are being advised to attend Minor Injury Units in Honiton or, where appropriate, emergency services in Exeter.
The service operates during normal weekday practice hours and is not av…
