No summer shutdown without alternative cover

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No summer shutdown without alternative cover

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More than a “closed” sign is required if practices shut up for a summer break

We are on our summer break and the editorial office is closed until 13 January. We hope you enjoy this article which is part of Summer Hiatus, an eclectic mix from our news and clinical archives throughout the year, The Conversation and other publications we share content with. Please note the comment function has been turned off while we are away. Happy reading

Shutting up shop and giving patients the Healthline number isn’t enough when general practices close for more than the statutory holidays this summer.