Many of the above treatments are fairly new in medical and research terms, but as technology increases, so does demand and cost. for example, Fertility treatment (IVF) is relatively new (less than 25years) and is constantly improving, demand for this is growing. When the NHS became established by the Act of 1948, if someone couldn't have children it was hard luck, but you'll get over it/live with it kind of attitude. Same case scenario as gender reassignment, scar surgery etc. Health professionals now recognise the psychological and social aspects that these treatments can provide, and try to look at overall wellbeing, not just physical health. The NHS wasn't originally intended to provide these services, it was intended to cut mortality rates, by offering free treatment to those who could least afford it for illnesses and prevention (immunisations). As medical knowledge improves, so does demand, therefore leading to a service that no government can afford to pay for, because there's too much on offer. I can honestly forsee a 2 tier system, where the rich/insured get modern, prompt, efficient service, and those who can't afford it don't, and they're the ones most likely to need care and treatment.
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