GPs will get help to invest in X-ray systems

Minister wants local doctors to take on some roles from hospitals, writes Elaine Loughlin.

GPs will get help to invest in X-ray systems

GPs are set to receive grants to buy X-ray machines and other equipment to allow for the roll-out of services currently only available in hospitals.

Health Minister Simon Harris wants local doctors to carry out a range of tests and procedures currently only available in hospitals and will be pushing to have this included in the new GP contract due to be negotiated next year.

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