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.
A new report by the National Pharmacy Association reveals that patients spent over 6 million hours in A&E last year for minor health issues that could have been managed by community pharmacies, highlighting an opportunity to ease pressure on emergency services.
As the UK's health and social care systems continue to face growing pressure, techUK has published a set of strategic recommendations aimed at accelerating digital transformation across the sector.
The NHS in England has introduced a new therapy that hopes to transform the lives of hundreds of adults living with X-linked Hypophosphatemia (XLH), this rare genetic disorder causes severe bone, dental, and skeletal issues.
The NHS is looking for volunteers as part of the three cancer projects that have been selected as part of the NHS DigiTrials initiative. Almost 150,000 volunteers will take part in these trials to help transform cancer treatment.
Gareth Jenkins, a partner at Changeology Group Ltd, discusses the potential of detailed analysis to enhance the efficiency of cancer care within the NHS.
The regular supply of safe blood is crucial for health systems worldwide. In this article, the Blood Transfusion Association explains how the EU’s updated SoHO Regulation is impacting the sustainable and safe supply of life-saving blood products.
Greg Jackson, Sales Manager at Framespan, discusses the recent endorsement of Framespan by NHS England and its role in supporting the commercial strategy of the NHS and wider public sector
As more and more trusts refresh ageing patient media systems, they are also exploring ways to inform, educate and stimulate patients. Dean Moody, healthcare services director for Airwave Healthcare, explains why.
As the UK government stares into a £22 Billion deficit black hole, and we all share the doom and gloom of potential tax rises in the autumn budget, there has at least been some positive news in the run-up to the 30th of October, and it should not be understated.
Lorna Rothery spoke to Olivia Murphy-Fawcett, Head of Sustainability and Social Impact at NHS Shared Business Services, about how the UK’s health system is working to reduce its carbon emissions and reach a net zero NHS.
The NHS is poised for a transformative shift with the launch of Change.NHS. By prioritising the needs of vulnerable individuals and leveraging existing assets, we can move towards a future where prevention is the norm, not the exception.
A second groundbreaking drug for Alzheimer's disease has been rejected for widespread use by the NHS in England; according to the drugs spending watchdog, the drug known as Donanemab does not offer sufficient value for money.
