Toulouse emergencies will no longer welcome cases without signs of seriousness

Sprains and other minor traumas will no longer be accepted in the emergency departments of the Toulouse University Hospital until further notice.

“In this period of epidemic situation and to mobilize all the means necessary for the care of patients affected by the coronavirus, the Toulouse University Hospital, in collaboration with the health actors of the territory and the Regional Health Agency, took the decision to no longer welcome patients on an outpatient basis without any sign of seriousness, ”said the university hospital in a press release.

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In fact, patients who would be victims of this type of pathology must now turn to their attending physician or to any other structure authorized to receive emergencies in the Toulouse conurbation. They can also contact the care center open in the evenings and weekends at 39 66, general practitioners will answer their questions.

On the other hand, "people with signs suggestive of the coronavirus must imperatively avoid traveling and contact Samu 31 (Hello 15) who will assess the situation and refer them to the appropriate structure", continues the Toulouse University Hospital. Its Covid-19 cell set up on March 3 had recorded this Friday at 4.30 p.m. nearly 700 calls, against 500 at the same time the day before and 250 per day ten days ago.

For all general inquiries regarding the coronavirus, contact the toll-free number 0 800 130 000.

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