The NHS or National Health Service is the name used for the UK’s public health service. It was established in 1948 as one of the major social reforms decided after the Second World War. it was founded upon these main principles. That the services should be comprehensive, universal and free. UK residents are not charged for the treatment they receive. Citizens within the EU containing a European Heath Card can receive emergency treatment at no cost. Along with persons from countries with which the UK has reciprocal arrangements concerning health care.
Funding
The funding of the NHS comes 98.8 percent from general taxation and National Insurance contributions along with donations. The 2008/9 budget roughly equates to a contribution of £1,980 per person in the UK. When Launched the NHS budget was around £437 million however it received more than £100 billion in 2008/2009. 60 percent of the NHS budget is used to pay staff. With a further 20 percent paying for drugs and other supplies.
NIHR-supported trial tests a rapid, low-cost point-of-care test that can diagnose flu, COVID‑19, and RSV in minutes, potentially speeding up winter diagnosis and care across the NHS.
As the NHS faces ongoing challenges with growing waiting lists for treatments, a new initiative has been introduced to alleviate the strain on hospitals and improve patient care.
As Emergency Departments face increasing pressure, more patients are being redirected for minor injuries. While this eases the burden, missed fractures are on the rise, causing the NHS to lose millions in misdiagnosis costs.
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has released its monthly framework update for July 2024, providing important information for public sector organisations to assist with procurement planning.
NHS England is gearing up for a significant upgrade in its electronic patient records (EPR) systems across various Health and Justice facilities throughout England.
In a recent poll conducted by the Health Foundation and IPSOS, public sentiment towards the NHS has highlighted significant concerns, prompting calls for transparency and increased investment in healthcare infrastructure.
Junior doctors have been offered a substantial pay rise by the government to resolve the ongoing strike action that has been going on in hospitals for months.
West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has surged nearly 100 places in just two years to claim the 7th spot in NHS England's league tables for Accident and Emergency (A&E) waiting times.
Dr Dominic Pimenta, Jasmine Balloch, and Dr Ellie Asgari from TORTUS explore the impact of clinical workload on NHS clinicians and how approaches to EHR systems could be improved.
The new Health and Social Care Secretary, Wes Streeting, is set to enter formal negotiations with junior doctors to end strikes and resolve the prolonged dispute over pay and conditions that have plagued the NHS for the past 20 months.
Lorna Rothery spoke to Mark Ashton, Director of Transformational Programmes at NHS Shared Business Services, about how new technologies in the NHS are shaping healthcare delivery and the challenges that hinder their adoption.
Inhealthcare is working with one of the UK’s largest teaching hospital trusts to develop the next generation of virtual wards. Natalie Duffield, sales and marketing director, explains how the company is helping to improve patient experience and reduce pressure on NHS beds.
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The NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) has disclosed its annual report detailing the prescription trends for mental health medications in England, covering the financial...
In a move to improve care for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), NHS England has announced the formation of a new task force in collaboration with the government.
As the UK gears up for the upcoming election on July 4th, new polling data from Ipsos reveals distinct contrasts in voter priorities between the main political parties.
