‘Health MOTs’ to be given to frail patients at A&E entrances

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By Storm Newton, PA Media

Older and frail patients are to be given “health MOTs” at the entrance of emergency departments to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions, NHS England has said.

The approach could be a “lifeline” for many patients, according to NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard, and would allow them to be assessed and supported more quickly.