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OSF, UnityPoint offering online, interactive doctor visits

Residents can now use their smartphone or computer to get virtual doctor visits from Peoria’s two major hospital systems.  OSF HealthCare and UnityPoint Clinic are offering 24-seven online access to medical care.  The goal is to use the virtual doctor interactions for minor issues like sinus infections, and cold and flu symptoms.  There’s a per-use charge for both the OSF and UnityPoint systems.  The doctors may also refer patients to a nearby clinic for physical treatment.