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This model will replicate the national approach.<\/p>\n<p>Dr Mark Jarvis, Medical Director at NHS Trafford Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), said: \u201cCOVID-19 has meant that a crowded urgent care department can no longer be the norm due to the risks this poses of spreading the virus.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis approach will ensure the arrival of patients on site is staggered, enabling control of infection and creating a safer environment for everyone during the coronavirus pandemic.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cResidents who do not need to be in a waiting room should not be \u2013 to help those who do need to be seen as quickly and safely as possible.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Those who need immediate help, but it\u2019s not an emergency, should contact NHS111. 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