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GPs told to send patients to gym instead of signing them off work
The government is launching a new pilot scheme across England
The Times reports that under this scheme, someone suffering from depression might be supported by a job coach to secure flexible work., Someone with a physical injury could be directed to physiotherapy instead of being signed off work. A study published in January revealed that 67,794 individuals started receiving employment advice via the NHS talking therapies programme last year, marking a 62% surge from the previous 12 months. The scheme, which aims to help people re-enter the job market, connects those who are eligible with employment advisers who can provide assistance with CV writing, interview preparation and goal setting, as well as reasonable adjustments in the workplace for those living with a disability.
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