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NHS 25 February 2026

Funding boost to support patients to stay in and return to work

Patients will receive better support to help them stay in and get back to work in areas of high economic inactivity.

📋 What this means for you AI-generated plain English summary
What this means for you:** If you're having health problems that make it hard to work, you'll get more help and support from doctors and healthcare workers to keep your job or find work againโ€”especially if you live in an area where many people aren't working.
What you should do:** Talk to your doctor or healthcare team if work is affecting your health or your health is affecting your workโ€”there's now more support available to help you manage both.
The main point:** The healthcare system is getting extra funding to help patients stay healthy while working, so you're not forced to choose between your job and your wellbeing.

Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.

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Patients will receive better support to help them stay in and get back to work in areas of high economic inactivity.

📋 Remember: This is general health information. Always speak to your GP or specialist about your own health situation.
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