For the Britts...

[sara1998]

Originally Posted by gold_dust

Whilst you can wait a while to see a doctor (it's not always that way), we also have NHS walk-in centers, where you just turn. I wouldn't say it's hard to get an appointment, but you may have to wait awhile before you see the consultant/doctor. If you are referred to a hospital, it can be pretty quickly. I've never heard of the 'one operation a year' rule, and it doesn't apply to the NHS. I've had two cousins, both sisters, who've been treated for Breast Cancer through the NHS and have needed surgery, as well as reconstructive surgery, multiple times. There is no limit with the NHS.

I'm glad it works for you guys. I really am. I just hope if it's implemented here, it doesn't turn out broken like our Social Security, or basically useless like our Medicaid.