Patients Rights

Half of all patients fear free NHS set to end (The Herald)

7 Jul 2008

Half of all patients believe they will have to pay for NHS treatment within 10 years, according to a survey carried out on behalf of doctors.

Israel-Gaza Update: Lull In Gaza? Not For The Sick (Scoop.co.nz)

6 Jul 2008

In spite of the agreement between Israel and Hamas (in effect since 21.6.08), there has been no improvement in Israeli policy toward patients in Gaza, and it even appears to have worsened.

General Osteopathic Council Welcomes EU Plans On Patients' Rights (Medical News Today)

6 Jul 2008

The European Commission announced proposals this week that will give patients rights to access healthcare treatment elsewhere in Europe. This package, as part of a renewed social agenda, consists of a draft directive on cross-border healthcare and measures to promote cooperation between Member States.