How much does the UK spend on health care compared to Europe?
We consider how much the UK spends on health care compared to other European countries alongside our projections on funding needed to maintain and improve the NHS.
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We consider how much the UK spends on health care compared to other European countries alongside our projections on funding needed to maintain and improve the NHS.
Data on the health of general practice in England, including appointments and workforce.
This analysis shows how international comparisons can be useful to guide policymaking on reducing health inequalities.
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