Are there too many managers in the NHS? No. This is a widely held myth. The idea that the NHS has too many managers is incorrect and often based on prejudice. There is little evidence the NHS has too many managers, and many (including MyHSN) thinks the NHS is actually undermanaged. All large organisations need […]
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How many patients does a GP have each? In the UK, the average number of patients per full-time equivalent (FTE) GP is 2,293 as of July 2024. This is an increase of 18% since 2015, and is due to a number of factors, including: A declining GP workforce An increase in the number of patients […]
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Why it is hard to get a GP appointment (5 reasons) There are a number of reasons why it can be difficult to get a GP appointment, including: 1. High demand There are many reasons for the high demand for GP appointments, including a growing population, an ageing demographic with complex illnesses, and increased awareness […]
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Is the NHS any good compared to other countries and the past? This is a simple question that is surprising hard to answer. It depends on whether you are comparing itself to itself, over a time period; or compare it to healthcare systems in comparable developed countries ‘now’. Lets look at its performance in regard […]
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How to access NHS mental health services GP. Ask the receptionist if there is a GP with a special interest in mental health at your practice, and ask to see them. You can also ask for double appointments (20 minutes). A normal one may not be long enough to deal with your issues. Alternatively ask if there is a primary care mental […]
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How to get a GP appointment (5 ways) The NHS is under huge pressure, and it is hard to get to see a GP quickly at present – as we all know. We in the NHS really apologise for this situation. It will be sorted one day. But in the meantime .. So. How can you […]
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What can the NHS app do? You can use the NHS App to: Order repeat prescriptions: view your available medicines, request a new repeat prescription and choose a pharmacy for your prescriptions to be sent to Book (and cancel) GP appointments Get health advice: search trusted NHS information and advice on hundreds of conditions and treatments. You can also […]
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10 things not to say to someone in hospital When someone is in hospital, they may be: Ill – or they wouldn’t be in hospital Grumpy and not chatty Concentrating. When people are very ill, they are often quiet as they are concentrating on maximising their chance of getting better. Its OK not to talk […]
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20 red flag symptoms that require A&E Here are 20 red flag symptoms that usually require A&E care. Each will have examples of significant causes. We hope it helps you decide whether to go to A&E Chest pain – e.g. heart attack (especially if chest pain spreads down the left arm, or into the jaw […]
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GPs and hospital doctors – whats the difference? There are many different types of doctors. But one of the easiest distinctions to make is that between a GP and a hospital doctor. While both are medical professionals, they differ in various aspects; including their primary work environments, scope of practice, training and payment methods. A […]
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