The direct costs to the NHS of discontinuing and switching prescriptions for hypertension. J Hum Hypertens 1998; 12: 533-7.Hughes D, McGuire A: The direct costs to the NHS of dis- continuing and switching prescriptions for hypertension. J Hum Hypertens 1998; 12: 533-537....
aHealth in Britain is free. Better known in Britain as the National Health Service (NHS) with the principle of comprehensive and free medical treatment for all, based on need rather than the ability to pay.80%Of the costs of the NHS are paid for out of general taxation, the remainder ou...
Professor Baker, Head ofHealth Sciencesat the University of Leicester, said: "The NHS needs to save money, and reducing use of hospitals is key to this. There is now a good deal of evidence that continuity in general practice – that is, patients are able to book appointments with a doct...
legalCOSTSincurred through the fault of lawyers involved in a case which may be awarded against the lawyers instead of the parties. The award maybe made in favour of the party who has had to incur cost to deal with the improper, negligent or unreasonable conduct. ...
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As comparative information was not available from similar initiatives that provide access to nurse training, it was not possible to calculate the cost effectiveness of NHS Cadet Schemes. However, this study does show that those cadet schemes which have the potential to offer better value for money...
In England, these inhalers contribute an estimated 0.8 million metric tons (MMT) of annual carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions,1 equivalent to 157 885 US homes’ yearly electricity use.2 In response, the National Health Service (NHS) has encouraged switching from propellant-contain...
The costs to the NHS of multiple births after IVF treatment in the UK. BJOG. 2006;113(1):21-25.PubMedGoogle ScholarCrossref 32. Lemos EV, Zhang D, Van Voorhis BJ, Hu XH. Healthcare expenses associated with multiple vs singleton pregnancies in the United States. Am J Obstet Gynecol...
The paper notes that accidents are the greatest single threat to life for children and young people. Treating injuries costs the NHS about £1.2 billion each year. Mental health is also identified as a key area for improving health. Although suicide rates are declining, the strategy sets a ...
aNon-NHS costs such as parental time off work and travel are also being assessed but will be reported separately. Cost effectiveness results will be reported in the form of an incremental cost effectiveness ratio unless either form of patient management dominates (lower cost with greater effect)....