Interior Health increases access to local health services in the Okanagan

To help support increased health-care needs in the South Okanagan, including those impacted by the Bald Range wildfire, the Penticton Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPCC) will have expanded hours on Sunday, Aug. 9, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., for people requiring non-emergency care. The Penticton UPCC is located at 437 Martin St., Suite 101.

The West Kelowna UPCC will also open early Sunday at 9:30 a.m. to further support non-emergency care. West Kelowna UPCC is located at 2484 Main St.

Residents in the Central Okanagan who need care for non-life-threatening health concerns can also consider the Kelowna and Rutland UPCCs, where appropriate. Kelowna UPCC is located at 1141 Harvey Ave and Rutland UPCC is located at 150 Highway 33 West.

For life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, or severe bleeding, always call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

If you're unsure what type of care you need, call HealthLink BC at 811 or visit www.HealthLinkBC.ca for free, 24/7 health advice from nurses, pharmacists, and dietitians.

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