Routledge Prospects for the National Health (Routledge Revivals) - Book

Explore a significant period in British medical history with Prospects for the National Health (Routledge Revivals). This book examines the debates surrounding the Royal Commission established to review the role of the National Health Service during its thirtieth anniversary in 1978. Written during a time of economic difficulty in 1979, the text provides a deep look into the challenges facing the health service. It addresses the widely discussed malaise within the system and examines the limitations of the ideals that were established in the years following the Second World War. By analyzing twelve key topics derived from the Royal Commission debates, this work offers a historical perspective on how economic recessions and shifting social needs impacted the foundational principles of the NHS. It serves as a valuable resource for those studying the intersection of economics, policy, and social sciences in the context of public health.