Minor injuries unit (MIU)
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What it really means
An NHS unit for injuries that need attention but are not emergencies — deep cuts, sprains, minor burns, possible simple fractures. Usually much quicker than A&E. NHS 111 can tell you where your nearest one is.
Chinese explanation
轻伤处理中心（MIU）：处理需要处置但不算急症的外伤——较深的割伤、扭伤、轻度烧烫伤、可能的简单骨折。通常比急诊科快得多。可打NHS 111查询最近的一家。
Example conversation
A: I sliced my hand cooking. It probably needs stitches but it's not gushing.
B: Go to the minor injuries unit — you'll be seen far quicker than at A&E.
A：我做饭切到手了，可能要缝针，但血不算多。
B：去轻伤处理中心吧——比急诊科快多了。
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