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Doctors’ disorders: Britain’s overwhelmed health service

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Strain on the NHS: The GP Crisis

This chapter delves into the overwhelming pressures on Britain's NHS, particularly focusing on the demanding realities faced by general practitioners in a Welsh town. It highlights alarming patient mortality rates and the increasing struggles of GPs with high workloads and declining satisfaction, making it difficult for them to provide adequate care. The discussion raises urgent questions about the sustainability of the current healthcare model and the need for innovative solutions to support the wellbeing of both healthcare providers and patients.

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