Warning to patients ahead of next doctors’ strike

• Junior doctors in England will commence strike action on 7 April, with significant disruption to NHS services anticipated during this period
• Patients should expect delays to routine appointments, elective procedures, and non-urgent care during the industrial action
• Healthcare teams should prepare contingency plans and communicate clearly with patients about rescheduling arrangements and emergency service availability

The industrial action is due to start on 7 April and there is likely to be disruption to services.

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