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Brenda M. 5 years ago • From Google

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Desperate elderly patient failed by broken healthcare system

I spent hours waiting by the phone from morning till early afternoon, unable to connect. After visiting the clinic, I was informed by the receptionist that all appointments were fully booked. When I emphasized my need to consult a physician, I was simply directed to call 111. Feeling overwhelmed, I broke down at the local pharmacy. At 75 years old, I'm caring for my 85-year-old husband who has Alzheimer's, and I desperately wanted medical advice about a swelling and ongoing health concern. I'm completely distraught. So much for their advertisement claiming "see a doctor if you're worried" - I couldn't even reach a receptionist. The chemist suggested I go to a walk-in centre, which is miles away, but I can't leave my husband alone and I don't drive. It's a terrifying healthcare system. The COVID pandemic has resulted in people with urgent medical needs being completely neglected.

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