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Opinion: How to drive public value in the NHS

The 60th birthday of the NHS presents a great opportunity to review what health means in a modern society. The world has changed so much in the last 60 years; and these changes if they are harnessed present a great opportunity to create a truly 21st Century service.

A major change has been in the improved capability of individuals to obtain and use information. Empowering patients by increasing their ability to engage in this service is an essential step in the right direction.

There is a growing awareness, across all parties, of the challenges that the service faces as …

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