As the number of cases of swine flu continues to rise in the area, The Walk-in Health Centre at Eaglestone has been using its ‘MK Doc’ phone line to reach out to patients in their homes.
The centre opened in 2006 and has seen a steady increase of people using it for a range of minor injuries and illnesses. As swine flu hit the area, the centre has seen hundreds making use of ‘MK Doc’. This has been particularly successful with the recent pandemic, as GPs are advising people who suspect they may have swine flu to stay at home and ring up as to stop the spread of the disease.
Chloe Thompson who is currently doing work experience at the centre thinks the idea is brilliant. "We're flooded with calls at the moment, but the phone line means we can help everyone who needs it." This can include anything from the distribution of Tamiflu, to advice about swine flu itself.
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