Bellefield Health Centre to Close Temporarily for Repairs and Upgrades

Bellefield Health Centre in Manchester is closing for six weeks for repairs starting May 19. During this time, services are available at Bombay and Porus Health Centres. The public is urged to contact local health authorities for more information.

The Bellefield Health Centre in Manchester has announced it will temporarily close to the public for essential upgrades and repairs starting Monday, May 19. This closure will last for approximately six weeks. The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) is overseeing this initiative, and they are urging the public to be aware of the service disruption during this time.

During the closure, residents can access similar health services at the nearby Bombay and Porus Health Centres. Both alternative locations are open from Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Fridays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, providing much-needed healthcare options in the interim.

Management at the Manchester Health Department expressed their apologies for any inconveniences caused by the closure, reassuring clients that their health needs will continue to be met elsewhere. For any inquiries or concerns, clients are encouraged to reach out via phone at 876-797-5954 or 876-797-0685.

The Bombay Health Centre offers a range of services on specific days of the week. Child health services are available on the first, second, and third Wednesdays, while postnatal care is scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of each month. Antenatal services are conducted on the first, third, and fourth Mondays, and family planning services are available every Friday. Non-surgical dressing is provided on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, along with Papsmear services on the second Friday of each month.

At the Porus Health Centre, patients can receive surgical dressing services on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Additionally, curative doctor services are scheduled for the second Thursday of the month. These alternatives aim to ensure that the community continues to have access to vital healthcare services during Bellefield’s closure.

In conclusion, the Bellefield Health Centre in Manchester will be temporarily closed for approximately six weeks for repairs and upgrades. During this period, local residents can still receive essential health services at the Bombay and Porus Health Centres. Patient inquiries can be addressed by contacting the Manchester Health Department directly.

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