The NHS has issued an important alert warning patients about a new scam involving fake phone calls. The public is being urged to stay alert or risk falling victim to the fraud View 2 Images NHS patients have been issued with a warning about the threat of 'removal' (Image: Getty Images)

'Vulnerable' NHS patients are facing threats of 'removal' from their GP practices through a sinister new phone scam sweeping the nation . ‌

The public is being urged to remain vigilant after reports emerged of a fresh con in which criminals masquerade as receptionists and medics through automated bogus calls. ‌

The calls seemingly originate from UK mobile numbers. They falsely claim that patients must refresh their GP records and surrender personal details or face being struck off thei

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