Medical clinics located in grocery and drug stores promise convenient health care for common ailments such as strep throat or vaccinations. Patients don’t need an appointment, and a licensed nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant, rather than a staff physician, administers care.
Backers say such clinics provide an inexpensive option for people in need of quick treatment for minor health issues. These clinics, which typically charge a small fee for each service, also provide an option for people who lack health insurance.
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