History
Do Over 60s Get Free Prescriptions? Yes. In England, everyone aged 60 and over is entitled to free NHS prescriptions. Despite several years of government consultation regarding aligning the prescripti...
How Can I Get a Message to My GP or Hospital Consultant? Effective communication with your healthcare team is the cornerstone of safe and efficient medical care. # In 2026, the NHS has more digital to...
NHS ICS, ICB, and ICP: What is the Difference? (2026 Guide) If you are confused by the alphabet soup of modern NHS administration, you aren’t alone. Since the Health and Care Act 2022 came into ...
NHS Constitution: Understanding Your Rights (in 2026) The NHS Constitution for England is the definitive document establishing the principles, values, and legal rights underpinning the National Health...
How is the NHS funded? NHS funding is quite simple. We will now explain how the NHS is funded, the amount (and pattern over time) – and what it is spent on. The NHS is funded mainly from general taxat...
When should I ring my GP to get test results? Wherever possible, please telephone a GP practice during the afternoon for all test results (say after 2pm) – blood tests, biopsies and scans. This ...
What’s the difference between a teaching and general hospital? What is a teaching hospital? Teaching hospitals are usually large and based in or near the centre of a region of the UK – usually in a bi...
What is a hospital PALS team? It is a hospital team whose role is to help you if you have concerns about your care. They are often sited near the entrance of a hospital. ‘PALS’ stands for Patient Advi...
What is a Hospital Board? A hospital board (specifically an NHS Trust Board) is the most senior committee responsible for the strategic direction, financial health, and clinical safety of a hospital. ...
How to Get an Emergency Carer for Your Mum First of all, it is possible. But it requires some work .. and persistence. If you have a frail elderly parent (or other loved one) with care needs, you may ...
