NHS East Riding of Yorkshire CCG

Smokers and obese patients face six month surgery waits

By Allison Coggan2017-09-18T10:33:00

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Elective surgery referrals for smokers and patients with a body mass index over 35 look set to be delayed for six months under a new commissioning plan in Yorkshire.

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