The 2022 GP: addressing the demographic time bomb

摘要

Recent publication of The 2022 GP1 coincides with one of the most volatile moments in the 65-year history of the NHS: unparalleled pressure on resources and finance; sweeping government reforms; rising public expectations with yet greater need as we all live longer; respect and love for the NHS questioned as never before following high profile failures of care and compassion; and a GP workforce shouldering 90% of patient contact on 9% of the NHS budget, feeling battered, overworked, and with no prospect of an end to the growing demands.