“We didn’t have the protective equipment, we didn’t have enough critical care beds, patients were dying...”

Five years since lockdown, our RB chair @latifapatel.bsky.social has spoken to @bbc5live.bsky.social on the experiences of doctors on the frontline.

Last week we saw the start of Module 5 of the UK Covid Inquiry which examines the procurement of PPE, ventilators, oxygen supply and testing.

Here's what we learnt. 🧵 (1/7)

Today we begin marking the Covid #DayOfReflection, which takes place on Sunday.

This is an opportunity to remember those who lost their lives, to reflect on the dedication and sacrifices made by so many, and the impact the pandemic still has today. dayofreflection.campaign.gov.uk/events/

🆕 Gov’t has responded to the House of Lords Food, Diet and Obesity report

✍ They acknowledge reducing obesity 'will require reshaping the food environment that has caused the rise in obesity.'

😪 Unacceptably, the response fails to accept any of the new recommendations

www.gov.uk/government/p...

In our closing statement to the UK #Covid Inquiry Module 4, the BMA has commended GPs, their practice teams, healthcare workers and volunteers for the success of the vaccination programme.

Watch the full statement here 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_maV...

Sessional GPs: we need YOU to help us address the GP unemployment crisis.

Watch Dr Amy Small explain how 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=JL0b...

Take the survey today: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...