The NHS is the National Health Service, which provides healthcare free at the point of access for all UK residents. The NHS owns hospitals and pays for doctors and nurses.
As of 2021, the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK employs around 1.3 million people, making it one of the largest employers in the world.
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Doctors will usually have it. In the UK NHS doctors will often take on private work in addition to their NHS contract which they will take out income protection on for when they can't work.
According the the National Health Service (NHS) website, there are approximately 3 million malnourished people in the UK at any given time. This includes anyone with poor nutrition, not just people who don't have enough food.
Health care when you need it can be provided by the National Health Service (NHS) but the NHS is becoming increasingly overstretched. Many people take out private medical cover.
There are about 250,000 employees in the UK. It is the 2nd largest employer within the UK, NHS being the 1st.
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most of the uk has access to clean water, but for the people who live on the streets they can still get clean water from taps on the streets
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NHS Service Finder is a free online search tool which provides access to information from the Directory of Services (DoS) and nhs.uk. It is not open to the public but it does allow pharmacy team members and other healthcare professionals to search for service information quickly. UK residents: People who live in the UK and need to find local NHS services like GPs, hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers. Visitors or temporary residents: Anyone visiting the UK, including tourists, students, or temporary residents, who may need access to NHS services. However, eligibility for free NHS treatment may vary depending on the visitor's status. People looking for specific healthcare services: Whether it's mental health support, urgent care centers, or specialist clinics, the NHS Service Finder helps users locate the appropriate service near them. Healthcare professionals: Professionals looking to refer patients or gather information about local services may also use the NHS Service Finder. It’s an accessible online tool that provides information on nearby NHS services, their contact details, opening times, and more, making it easier for anyone to access healthcare in the UK. Contact : +44 0118 996 4203
It is always better to have medical insurance when on holiday. If you arecoming from within the UK, you will have normal access to NHS facilities.