Healthcare

Most of the time we feel well. We can play sports, go to work and enjoy our lives. But sometimes we just don't feel well.
Some people have medical insurance but most people can't afford it and rely on the National Health Service, the NHS. This is provided by the government in Britain.
The NHS has sent everybody in Britain a Self-Help Guide. This will help you diagnose what is wrong and find the best treatment.
You may need to go to the chemist to buy cough mixture or pills for a headache. There are lost of medicines you can buy.
You can get a prescription from a doctor. Doctors work in surgeries or health centers. The doctor examines you a prescription for medicine to cure you.
Doctors and medical staff can cure lots of illnesses now using surgery and treatment with drugs.
Many people prefer alternative medicine. This can include many kinds of treatments using both very modern techniques. Other alternative treatments is Chinese herbs.
Hopefully these treatments won't be necessary. The best way to avoid getting ill is to have a healthy diet, get lots of exercise and take good care of yourself. You shouldn't then need to use the healthcare system at all!