We provide advice and treatment for minor injuries and illnesses.
ACT Health Walk-in Centres provide free access to treatment and health advice for one-off, minor injuries and illness. No appointment is needed.
We provide advice and treatment for minor injuries and illnesses.
This includes advice and treatment for:
- common illnesses, like cold and flu
- cuts, bruises, abrasions and burns
- strains and sprains
- skin conditions and rashes
- sinus infections (sinusitis) and tonsillitis
- ear infections – middle and outer (swimmer’s ear)
- mild gastroenteritis
- minor infections and wounds
- urinary tract infections
- scabies
- mastitis
- conjunctivitis
- minor limb fractures
- impetigo (school sores)
We also offer the following health services:
- removal of stitches and staples
- wound dressings
- emergency contraception
- ear wax removal
- chlamydia screening
- nail bed injuries
- blood glucose test
- sick or carer certificates (see our frequently asked questions for the difference between a medical certificate and a sick or carer certificate).
We do not provide the following services:
- treatment of children under 2 years of age
- treatment for complex health conditions
- treatment following a motor vehicle accident
- treatment following an injury at work
- injections for chronic illnesses
- immunisations
- ongoing care and routine blood tests
- referrals to medical specialists
- refilling prescriptions
- medical certificates or Worker’s Compensation forms (see our frequently asked questions for the difference between a medical certificate and a sick or carer certificate).
If you would like to provide feedback about our Walk-in Centres, please contact healthfeedback@act.gov.au
