'Beyond belief' that resident doctors could strike amid 'super flu' outbreak, says PM
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- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has expressed disbelief that resident doctors would proceed with planned strikes amid a severe 'super flu' outbreak, urging them to accept a proposed deal to avoid what he termed 'reckless' actions. This situation marks a critical juncture in ongoing tensions between healthcare professionals and the government.
- The potential strike by resident doctors, set to occur next week, poses significant risks to the National Health Service (NHS) as it grapples with a backlog of patients and the management of winter viruses. Starmer's call for acceptance of the deal reflects the urgency of maintaining healthcare services during a public health crisis.
- This development highlights the ongoing disputes within the healthcare system, particularly regarding pay and working conditions for resident doctors. The looming strike is part of a series of actions taken by medical professionals in response to perceived inadequacies in government support, raising broader questions about the sustainability of healthcare services and the impact of labor actions on patient care.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
