The struggle to get hold of medication in England is set to get worse
People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on.
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"It's just terrifying."
— Chloe , Other
"It's been getting worse in the last few years but now is the worst I've ever known it."
— Akash Patel , Other
"This is genuinely concerning."
— Chris Henry , Other
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People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on.
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