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Plain English definition

of

Triage

from

Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

Source

The process of deciding whether you need urgent medical attention, and how long you are able to wait. When you go to A&E or to a walk-in clinic, you will be asked questions about your symptoms. A decision will then be taken about how quickly you need to be seen, and who you need to be seen by.

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