Stories
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Fees, funding and the NHS
In the 1950s, dramatic political battles over NHS charges brought down a government. But public confidence in the service still grew.
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Printing the body
The 18th century saw multiple technical developments in both printing and medicine. Colourful collaborations ensued – to the benefit of growing ranks of medical students.
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Drug sharing in desperate times
When Nicole was threatened with deportation, her mental health deteriorated. Now without a job, a passport or a doctor, she depends on others to send her their leftover anxiety drugs.
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The ancient doctors who refused payment
The NHS might only be 70 years old, but the idea of free healthcare goes back to Ancient Greece, when devout doctors provided their services without charge.
Catalogue
- Archives and manuscripts
Fees and accounts
Date: 1959-1961Reference: PP/RRW/C/18Part of: West, Robert George Ranyard (1900-1986)- Books
Fees for part-time medical services : guidance note / British Medical Association.
Date: 1968- Archives and manuscripts
Fees for examination of seamen
Date: 1907-1945Reference: SA/BMA/C.283Part of: British Medical Association- Books
Relative value study / prepared by the Committee on Fees of the Commission on Medical Services, California Medical Association.
Date: 1957- Archives and manuscripts
Diary (Fees)
Date: 1872-1875Reference: MSS.4552-4554Part of: Shillitoe, Buxton (1826-1916)