by Gordon Bruce | Feb 28, 2018 | Blogs, Health Through Peace, Human Rights, Migration & Health, Peace & Security
A junior doctor writes about the harm to patients caused by the latest changes to the NHS regulations expanding the scope of charging migrants for healthcare, arguing that it complicates crucial decisions made by health professionals.
by Medact Staff | Oct 27, 2017 | News, Health Through Peace, Human Rights, Migration & Health, Peace & Security
Monday 23rd October saw the introduction of mandatory checks on residency and immigration status of patients in NHS hospitals, followed by demand of upfront payment for care from those who can not prove their eligibility. Medact is incredibly concerned about the...
by Dr Ruth Wiggans | Oct 23, 2017 | Blogs, Health Through Peace, Human Rights, Migration & Health, Peace & Security
What price are NHS health professionals willing to pay for a more ‘affordable’ service?
by Migrant Solidarity Group | Oct 9, 2017 | News, Health Through Peace, Human Rights, Migration & Health, Peace & Security
On September 30, we joined Docs Not Cops and a coalition of anti-racism and pro-migrant organisations outside Guy’s and St. Thomas’ hospital to protest the introduction of immigration checks and upfront charging coming into force on 23 October 2017. We...
