Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10503184 | Health & Place | 2005 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
This exploratory study examines the role of rurality in referrals from primary care to the Cancer Genetics Service for Wales (CGSW) through a case study of referrals from Montgomeryshire, a predominantly rural area in mid-Wales located adjacent to the English border. Awareness of CGSW amongst practitioners is low. We found that rurality plays a role in referral behaviour as distance, time travelling and accessibility by car and public transport are all perceived to have an impact on the patient's decision to attend a clinic appointment. Some patients are being referred outside Wales as ease of access to services is considered more important than distance.
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Authors
Rachel Iredale, Lesley Jones, Jonathon Gray, Jenny Deaville,