Article 6QDEB Many patients leave GP appointment without discussing all worries, survey shows

Many patients leave GP appointment without discussing all worries, survey shows

by
Denis Campbell Health policy editor
from World news | The Guardian on (#6QDEB)

Ipsos poll found 40% of Britons thought there was not enough time to raise all concerns in 10-minute slot

Two-fifths of patients leave their GP appointment without discussing everything that is worrying them about their health, a survey has revealed.

The finding has prompted claims that older people often feel family doctors want them out the door as soon as possible" rather than listening to all their concerns.

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