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.
NHS is trying to fight the current strain on emergency departments by using new approaches, including artificial intelligence (AI), to identify patients most likely to use emergency services frequently.
The recent Lord Darzi review assesses the ongoing crisis in the UK's healthcare system, TechUK responds to the Darzi Review
The review looks at several...
A new report by Lord Darzi has revealed that the National Health Service (NHS) is in serious trouble, facing challenges in patient access, quality of care, and overall performance.
Asal Shirazi, Founder and CEO of the Autoimmune Support and Awareness (ASA) Foundation, discusses the increased prevalence of cancer in the UK and the challenges facing NHS England as it works to tackle backlogs in cancer care.
Staff shortages in the NHS are a critical issue that needs urgent attention to protect the welfare of the current workforce and their patients. Remedium explains how their approach to NHS international recruitment could provide a sustainable solution.
As the UK’s healthcare system continues to struggle with care and cancer backlogs, Gareth Jenkins of Changeology Group Ltd explains how the company can assist healthcare teams in making positive operational changes that enhance efficiency and patient outcomes.
Sian Computers is a local IT company based in Wolverhampton, UK. We hear how the company has been providing valuable IT-based solutions for the local community and has recently been recognised for its achievements in digital inclusion.
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.
