NHS bugs drive private medical insurance revival

Fri, 02 Nov 2007

According to a new study by the Fair Investment Company, the number of enquiries for private medical insurance policies doubled over the course of September when compared to August.

The record climb in health insurance is largely due to increasing dissatisfaction with the NHS, not to mention fear over superbugs. More and more people are choosing health insurance as a safer alternative.

James Caldwell, the director of Fair Investment, reportedly commented: "With the spread of infection hitting the headlines and reports of incompetence causing concern across the UK, more and more people feel private healthcare is the only viable option."

Many Brits will leave the country for their healthcare. Caldwell cautioned that the UK does have excellent private health facilities, reportedly concluding: "Although travelling abroad may appeal to some, there are many private medical care providers to be found in the UK. Private care generally ensures patients can be seen without the long wait at a hospital near their own home. For those looking for private healthcare, cheapest is not necessarily best, so it is important to get impartial advice on what is right for you."
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