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UCA Position Statements state the association's position on issues related to the urgent care industry, the practice of urgent care medicine, and/or urgent care professionals/clinicians.

Systemic Racism and Health

The Urgent Care Association recognizes that systemic racism undermines the health and well-being of the individuals and communities we serve.  Ongoing violence, racial inequality and discrimination negatively impact mental and physical health and contribute to unequal access to quality healthcare, and quality of life. Racism is among the CDC’s list of complex factors that drive health disparities and risk among people of color, and we acknowledge this urgent public health issue as one that affects our own team members and their families, our association members and their patients. As part of our mission to advance and support our industry through education, advocacy, and community awareness, we are committed to standing against racism and prejudice, toward the better health of all.

Improving Antibiotic Stewardship in Urgent Care

Urgent care centers treat more than 160 million patients each year, the vast majority of whom present with acute, infectious disease-related symptoms, such as cough, sore throat, and fever. The proportion of patients with such symptoms seen in the urgent care setting is significantly higher than those seen in traditional office based primary care and internal medicine clinics. As such, the UCA recognizes the vitally important role our clinicians can play in the responsible use and preservation of antibiotics while focusing on the health of patients. The UCA is committed to ensuring urgent care medicine supports the White House National Strategy for Combatting Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria. Read more.

Improving Accessibility of Urgent Care

Urgent care medicine has become an important link in the chain of healthcare delivery, providing quick, convenient and quality care for millions of people. Preserving and improving access to urgent care should be an important consideration for policymakers and payers as an increasing number of Americans gain health insurance. Read more.

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