£40 million to help GPs keep vulnerable patients out of hospital this winter
11 November 2026
Around 300,000 vulnerable patients will get extra support from their GP this winter to help keep them out of hospital. The government has earmarked £40 million for people with conditions including heart disease, frailty and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, paying for health checks, home assessments and medication reviews as the NHS prepares for winter pressures.
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