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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rebecca Thomas

Hospitals running with 20 per cent fewer children’s doctors than they need, new figures reveal

A report says children are facing too long waits for NHS care - (PA Wire)

Hospitals across the UK are running with 20 per cent fewer children’s doctors than they need on daily shifts, new research shows.

NHS staff are facing “unacceptable” pressures as paediatric units report a shortfall of 20 per cent in doctors and trainees on shift, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has warned.

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