Medical Solutions reveals strong virtual GP usage among young adults

Medical Solutions analysis of its usage data from January to August 2020 has shown that more than a third (36%) of its virtual GP services have been utilised by those under 30 years old, with a further 28% aged 30-39. A survey by NHS England found that 40% of people were not seeking help from their GP for fear of being a burden to the NHS during the Covid-19 pandemic. Last week, we reported that there were around 26 million fewer appointments at GP surgeries between March and August of this year, according to NHS Digital statistics. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has warned that mi...