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
Medical Aid fees
Date: 1962-1965Reference: SA/CMO/D/113Part of: Association of County Medical Officers of Health and the County Medical Officers Group of the Society of Medical Officers of Health- Archives and manuscripts
Diary (fees), 1876
Date: 1876Reference: MS.4556Part of: Shillitoe, Buxton (1826-1916)- Archives and manuscripts
Diary (fees), 1885
Date: 1885Reference: MS.4563Part of: Shillitoe, Buxton (1826-1916)- Archives and manuscripts
Diary (fees), 1879
Date: 1879Reference: MS.4559Part of: Shillitoe, Buxton (1826-1916)- Archives and manuscripts
Diary (fees), 1878
Date: 1878Reference: MS.4558Part of: Shillitoe, Buxton (1826-1916)