The challenge of providing medical care to homeless men

Embedding social inclusion in general practice: time for action

“…The College has outlined its vision for this in The 2022 GP: a Vision for General Practice in the Future NHS. 12 Successful examples range from specific services, such as the White House Surgery in Sheffield, 4 to simple awareness raising messages such as 'Faster Care' for diagnosing people with learning disabilities 5 and being responsive to the hidden or unspoken needs of vulnerable groups such as isolated farmers. 7 By using the wide range of interventions currently available and by focusing on people's health, social care, and other needs in a holistic way, commissioners can make a real difference, enabling these groups to live longer and more fulfilling lives.…”