2,000 GP decline since 2015, 200 UK surgeries closed, funding shortages lead to patient demand issues and GP burnout.
General Practice services in the UK are in crisis, with a decline of nearly 2,000 GPs since 2015 and 200 surgeries closed from 2018 to 2022. Funding shortages hinder practices from hiring staff and meeting patient demands, leading to burnout among existing GPs. The British Medical Association advocates for limiting patient contacts and calls for public support for guaranteed funding to stabilize services. Patient continuity is declining, impacting health outcomes.
September 01, 2024
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