
Healthcare agencies call for understanding as system is under pressure
With the state’s healthcare system under pressure, two of Bendigo’s GP and allied health service providers are calling for understanding from the community.
The high number of Covid-19 and influenza cases across the region has resulted in healthcare providers not only seeing a significant increase in demand for GPS, but also a reduced workforce.
Bendigo Community Health Services CEO, Gerard José, says the organisation is experiencing high demand for GP and other allied health appointments.
“We empathise with our Bendigo Health colleagues and understand the pressure they are under in our hospital’s emergency department,” he said.