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NHS Budget Stretched
An interesting week in the NHS here are a few of the key stories that made the news.
There appears to be a recurring theme, cut backs and rationing in the health service, which is not surprising, given the amount of debt the country is in.
Or is it? Back in 2001 health care expenditure was £54 billion ten years later its £121 billion, which is an average growth of 8.45% per year.
We have haven’t investigated the reasons why the budget has grown significantly over the ten years, even when you take into account of inflation, that could be something for another blog post.
Clearly judging by all the stories of rationing of health care in the UK, protecting your family or company employees with medical insurance could be an option for your consideration.
This weeks news
Viagra rationing to limit patients' sex lives
'With the Christmas holidays approaching fast, hard-working middle-aged couples could be forgiven for viewing the season of mistletoe and wine as a chance to spend a few cherished moments between the sheets.' The Telegraph
As NHS cuts back, thousands are forced to pay for their operations
'Thousands of patients are having to fork out for their operations because of tough restrictions on GP referrals and NHS cutbacks, figures show.
A surge in the number of ‘self-pay’ procedures among desperate patients in recent months has been reported by four private healthcare companies.' The Mail Online
NHS Cuts - Patients Turning To Private Sector, UK
Due to the tight restrictions being placed on GP referrals as well as cuts in the availability of certain procedures on the NHS, more and more individuals are forced to pay for private healthcare. Medical News Today
Care for high-risk surgery 'falling short'
'The care given to high-risk surgery patients is falling short of acceptable standards, an independent review says.' BBC News
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