The NHS has cancelled thousands of appointments scheduled to take place on the 19th of September - the day of the Queen's funeral - after it was announced it will be a bank holiday.
But, while many are unhappy with the last-minute cancellations and resulting inconvenience, it appears that the biggest effects of these cancellations will lie on disabled people and those with long term illness, currently receiving treatment.
When living with health conditions, one missed or delayed appointment can have tangible effects.
