This paper explores the many meanings of democracy, seeks to define some criteria for assessing whether or not there is a 'democratic deficit' in the NHS, and examines the policy options that have been put forward for making the NHS more 'democratic'. The first section analyses the various ways in ...
It is simply not possible to provide people with all the health care they need. Rationing is inevitable and the public must play a major role in the debate. This publication is about talk and action in health care rationing, and presents the latest thinking and practical experience in rationing ...