This is why I disagree with the idea that we should keep increasing funding to the NHS. The argument always seems to come to a false dichotomy of "either this or the American system" as though other systems don't exist, and as though the NHS isn't top heavy with bureaucrats and questionable contracts

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mgaunard an hour ago | parent [-]

The truth is that the NHS is very bad not due to funding, but for structural reasons.

The fact I can't even see a GP I'm not registered with (not even an option to pay extra) is ridiculous. You have absolutely no control over your health at all.

With private, you get exactly what you want, whenever you want it.

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IneffablePigeon 3 minutes ago | parent | next [-]

You can absolutely see a GP you’re not registered with if you are travelling and need to. I have done it multiple times. I have been offered it same or next day after calling 111.

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shigawire 39 minutes ago | parent | prev | next [-]

With private, you get exactly what you want, whenever you want it... If you can afford it.

	▲	stvltvs 20 minutes ago \| parent [-]
		Pending availability of specialists, willingness to travel, etc.

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iamtheworstdev 13 minutes ago | parent | prev [-]

* if available in your area or within your means of travel, which may include flying to another state