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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Kirby

NHS planned care will come to virtual standstill this week, senior doctor warns

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The NHS is bracing itself for one of the toughest strikes in its history this week, with “routine care virtually at a standstill”, its medical director has said.

Professor Sir Stephen Powis warned of the mass disruption expected across the NHS as consultants move to providing just emergency cover.

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