Despite greater confidence in the NHS, millions are still anxious about seeking healthcare due to ongoing concerns over the pandemic, Lifesearch finds.
Over 13 million people in Britain have avoided seeking routine check-ups in the past six months due to persisting concerns over Covid. This is according to LifeSearch's latest update to the Health Wealth & Happiness Index, which found 38% of Brits - or 13.2 million people - have avoided check-ups including mammograms, cervical smear tests and blood pressure checks. Concerns around the NHS's ability to meet non-Covid related healthcare needs was cited as a significant driver. Four in 10 Brits (43%) are still fearful of medical environments due to the virus, with 82% complaining that...
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