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'You didn’t die as a child? Pay for your prescription' blog discussion
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The anomaly that surprises me is that contraception is free. Now I don't see fertility as an illness and I always thought a sexual relationship was optional so if you are fertile and decide to have a sexual relationship why should the pill or whatever be free?
Because on average it's more cost effective for the NHS than the costs associated with unwanted pregnancies.Do you know anyone who's bereaved? Point them to https://www.AtaLoss.org which does for bereavement support what MSE does for financial services, providing links to support organisations relevant to the circumstances of the loss & the local area. (Link permitted by forum team)
Tyre performance in the wet deteriorates rapidly below about 3mm tread - change yours when they get dangerous, not just when they are nearly illegal (1.6mm).
Oh, and wear your seatbelt. My kids are only alive because they were wearing theirs when somebody else was driving in wet weather with worn tyres.
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Because on average it's more cost effective for the NHS than the costs associated with unwanted pregnancies.
Lots of things would be more cost effective for the NHS but they don't necessarily happen. Sick people getting the drugs they need but can't afford would be cost effective.Sell £1500
2831.00/£15000
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