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Retired teacher, now fitter and healthier than ever through Spin classes, long, fast walks and healthy eating! -
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11th Jan 2015castlesween commented on:
How have you been affected by the NHS crisis?For many years I have had an annual 'well man' checkup at my GP surgery to measure blood pressure, cholesterol, PSA etc. These are indicators of both specific and general health issues which can occur as we age (I am 64). These checks have enabled me to remain healthy by picking up problems early on. So I have been able to keep my blood pressure within normal limits with no drugs, lower my cholesterol with statins etc. I was therefore astounded when, at my last checkup in April 2014, I was informed that these annual checkups would cease as I was 'too healthy' and they needed to concentrate resources on 'the ill'. A letter of complaint to the surgery manager and a follow up meeting with my GP proved fruitless. The time for my annual checkup is now approaching and I will have to go private if I wish the same kinds of measurements I used to receive on the NHS. So much for being proactive, looking after my health by taking responsibility and thus saving the NHS loads of money by remaining healthy! -
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