Study highlights struggles of GPs in deprived neighborhoods

Study highlights struggles of GPs in deprived neighborhoods

English GPs in areas of socioeconomic deprivation endure increased job pressures related to managing complex patients, insufficient resources, and difficulty in finding locum cover, an analysis by University of Manchester researchers has shown.

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How socioeconomic deprivation influences the work of GPs in England

A new analysis by the University of Manchester has investigated how GPs in England endure increased job pressures, insufficient resources, and difficulty in finding locum cover in deprived neighbourhoods It has been extensively reported that deprivation significantly impacts life expectancy, health, and well-being. The causes of health inequalities are complex; however, a potential factor is the disparity in the supply of high-quality health ser…

Study highlights struggles of GPs in deprived neighbourhoods

22.04.2025 - English GPs in areas of socioeconomic deprivation endure increased job pressures related to managing complex patients, insufficient resources, and difficulty in finding locum cover, an analysis by University of Manchester researchers has shown.