New resources aimed to help healthcare struggles coming to Springfield; What residents can expect [Video]

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine recently talked about several ways to cut down on long wait times in Springfield health clinics.

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As reported on News Center 7 at 6:00, Springfield’s population has rapidly increased with more than 15,000 Haitian immigrants arriving in the last three years.

Springfield resident Thomas Barnette said he has seen a rise in wait times, specifically over the last two months.

“There’s a lot more people here now. Going to need more doctors, for sure,” Barnette said.

News Center 7 went to the only urgent care in Springfield and learned that wait times for emergencies are around 30 minutes and 45 minutes for primary care.

“At least a couple hours just sitting in there,” Barnette said.

News Center 7 Malik Patterson reached out to multiple practices in the Springfield area and learned that doctors are extremely booked and are not accepting new patients until …