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Coronavirus: NHS staff off work due to testing shortages, say bosses – BBC News
Hospital bosses warn that a lack of coronavirus tests for workers is putting services at risk.
Media captionPriti Patel challenged on coronavirus testing delays
A lack of coronavirus tests for NHS staff is leading to staff absences and services being put at risk, hospital bosses have warned.
NHS Providers, which represents English hospital trusts, said staff are having to self-isolate because they cannot get tests for themselves or family members.
It comes after widespread reports of people struggling to get tested.
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