- Children and young people are facing long waits for NHS care, leading to concerns that they may become a forgotten generation.
- A report by NHS Providers revealed that 82% of trusts surveyed were unable to meet the demand for under-18s’ support.
- Mental health services for children and young people have seen a significant increase in demand, with most long-term health conditions developing during childhood.
- Challenges identified include increased complexity of patients, staff shortages, and insufficiently commissioned services.
- Health leaders warn that the long waits for care can have far-reaching implications on children’s social development, school readiness, and educational attainment.
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