Dr Jess Harvey warns that the current level of demand is 'unsustainable and unsafe'.
Dr Jess Harvey delivering Covid vaccinations during the pandemic
Dr Harvey said that the current level of demand is"unsustainable and unsafe", and warned that health workers could walk away as they struggle to cope with increasing pressure. She said:"I feel the pressures on the NHS right now in primary and secondary care have become unsustainable and unsafe. "For example medication queries with pharmacists, joint problems with physios and minor ailments with community pharmacies.
"We clearly want people to contact us with symptoms that they are worried by and do not want anyone with things suggesting there could be something serious such as a cancer to delay seeking medical attention. But if it is a minor ailment that could wait, now is the time to do so." "Use those other services available and offered. But most of all please remember those working are doing their best in very very challenging times. They only want the best for you, and some kindness and respect to everyone goes a long way."She said the current situation was exhausting and demoralising for staff who are sacrificing their own wellbeing to try and care for patients.
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