There is a recorded message on my surgery's answerphone which states that you must tell the receptionist why you need the appointment. It goes on to say that all the receptionists are trained in confidentiality and failure to give a reason 'may delay your treatment.' Are they within their rights? To an extent, I can understand that if it is something minor then you could be given an appointment with the practice nurse. Nevertheless, I do feel that my ailments are between me and my Gp - particularly if they are of an intimate nature!
Should women have equal pay and opportunities?
To think that London, or anywhere else for that matter, does not belong to any one demographic