Wes Streeting Unveils Ambitious NHS Reform Plan
The Health Secretary launches a 10-year plan and national consultation to address the NHS's critical challenges.
- Wes Streeting has announced a comprehensive 10-year plan to reform the NHS, focusing on digitization, community care, and preventive health measures.
- Key proposals include the introduction of 'patient passports' for digital medical records and the distribution of smartwatches to monitor chronic conditions.
- The plan also involves building new neighborhood health centers to improve access to various healthcare services under one roof.
- A nationwide consultation aims to gather input from both patients and NHS staff, marking the largest public engagement on the NHS's future since its inception.
- Streeting remains open to potential policies like charging for missed appointments, though this is not currently part of the official plan.
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