Health7/25/2025The Guardian

‘It’s falling apart around my ears’: a resident doctor on why he is striking

‘It’s falling apart around my ears’: a resident doctor on why he is striking

The article highlights the challenges faced by a trainee GP in the UK's National Health Service (NHS). Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the medical profession was already experiencing burnout, low staffing, and professionals leaving for better opportunities abroad. The pandemic further exacerbated these issues, with the added impact of pay erosion since 2008. The author expresses concern over the impact these problems are having on patients, as the NHS struggles to retain and support its staff. The article emphasizes the need for the NHS to address these systemic issues to provide better care for patients.

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