Dealing with Challenging Fit Note requests

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This episode briefly summarises the rules regarding fit notes, but then focuses on the challenge of dealing with fit note requests from patients - something that causes feelings of despair in many clinicians.
Reference:
The fit note: guidance for patients and employees - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

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