Temporary workers were also less likely to be tested, RCN UK-wide research suggests Coronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageHealthcare staff working outside the NHS or on temporary contracts have had less access to coronavirus tests, a survey suggests.Initially only patients in hospital could get tests in the UK. Then testing was expanded to NHS staff and care home staff. Now up to 10 million essential workers and their families who are showing symptoms of coronavirus can apply for a test via a government website.  Continue reading…
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