iOS - Android The objective is to minimise service user and staff potential exposure to COVID and free up vital space to assist the most vulnerable people and those with the highest levels of medical need.GP practices have also had to sustain high levels of staff absences after their own staff have been identified as being close contacts with patients who have tested positive for COVID-19.In addition, many seemingly routine procedures such as screening are taking longer due to physical distancing restrictions.
This is compounded by more space being required due to infection control.More appointments and consultations will continue to take place remotely as opposed to face-to-face.
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