England's resident doctors' five-day strike over pay has caused widespread disruption to NHS patients. Numerous patients have reported cancelled surgeries and procedures, including those with serious conditions like cancer and a three-year-old needing lung surgery. While the government claims minimal disruption, patients express anger and frustration over significant delays, fearing worsening health conditions and permanent injuries due to postponed operations. Previous strikes resulted in over a million cancellations, and this strike is causing similar concerns.

Prepared by Olivia Bennett and reviewed by editorial team.