Bangor Minor Injuries Unit (028) 9147 5120 and Ards Minor Injuries Unit (028) 9151 0110 are open Monday to Friday from (9.00 am to 5.00 pm) with x-ray services (except Christmas Day).

If you have an injury that is not serious enough to attend an A&E department but cannot be managed at your GP surgery, you should attend a Minor Injury Unit.

Telephone Advice

If you are unsure if your injury/condition is suitable for treatment in the unit, staff are happy to provide advice over the telephone on 028 91475120.

Staff may be able to treat:

• sprains and strains
• broken bones in the arm, foot or ankle
• wound infections
• minor burns and scalds
• minor head injuries
• insect and animal bites
• minor eye injuries
• injuries to the back, shoulder and chest

Minor Injuries Unit CANNOT treat:

• chest pain
• breathing difficulties
• major injuries
• stomach pains
• gynaecological problems
• pregnancy problems
• allergic reactions
• overdoses
• alcohol-related problems
• mental health problems
• conditions likely to require hospital admission