"Rationing sweeping through NHS" claims Labour
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
A third of all regional health authorities in England, Scotland and Wales are rationing, claims the UK Labour Party. In a survey of NHS purchasing plans, 40 of the 129 health authorities admit that they are restricting or excluding certain procedures. Eight authorities have targeted osteoporosis screening, 10 varicose veins, 23 grommets, 21 D&C surgery and eight authorities are restricting fertility treatment.