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WHEN
you have a health
concern and can’t see your primary
care provider—maybe it’s the
weekend or a er o ce hours—you
may think your only option for help
is a hospital emergency department.
at is the best place to go if you
are truly having a medical emergency.
However, for nonemergency
situations you do have another choice:
a walk-in clinic. You may be able to
see a provider more quickly—and for
less money—at a walk-in clinic that
provides urgent care services than at
a hospital emergency department.
So how do you know
which is best?
Consider a walk-in clinic for
things such as:
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A cold or cough that doesn’t get
better in several days or a cold that gets
worse and is accompanied by a fever.
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A minor cut that might need
stitches.
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A rash, especially with fever.
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A bout of vomiting and diarrhea
that lasts for more than a few hours.
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A severe sore throat or a problem
swallowing.
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A minor bone fracture.
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An insect or animal bite.
But you’ll want to call 911 or go
to the emergency department if you
have signs of a medical emergency.
ose include:
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A severe headache or vomiting,
especially a er a head injury.
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Uncontrolled bleeding.
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Problems breathing.
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Increasing pain or severe,
persistent pain.
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Severe or persistent diarrhea.
The care you need
e Alice Hyde Medical Center
Walk-in Clinic doesn’t require an
appointment. We have extended
hours, including evenings and
weekends. Our experienced, caring
providers are here to serve your
medical needs.
Walk-In Clinic
Alice Hyde Medical Center
134 Park St.,
Campbell Building, Malone
EXTENDED HOURS
Monday to Saturday,
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
518-481-2800
No appointment
necessary
Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics; American College of Emergency Physicians; National Association for Ambulatory Care
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Greg Toczko, PA
Linda Hunter, PA
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Urgent
care or
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How to know which one is best
