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A retail clinic is a category of walk-in clinic located in retail stores, supermarkets and pharmacies that treat uncomplicated minor illnesses and provide preventative health care services. They are sometimes called "retail-based clinics," "convenient care clinics," or "nurse-in-a-box." Retail clinics can be found in many countries throughout the world. However, they are the most prevalent in the United States.
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Services provided
Most retail clinics treat adults and children over the age of 18 months. Retail clinics treat common family illnesses, such as:
- Cold and Flu
- Sinus Infections
- Allergies
- Minor injuries, burns and rashes
- Pinkeye
- Sore throat
- Headaches
- Head lice
- Ringworm
- Warts
- Sprains and strains
- Bronchitis
- Ear infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Diarrhea and intestinal infections
- Allergy test
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See also
- Retail clinics in the United States
- Walk-in clinic
- Physician
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Notes
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External links
- National Post (Canada) - "Attention Shoppers: Flu Shots in Aisle 3"
- Adding a Check-Up to Your Shopping List: The Emergence of Retail Clinics
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