Health Insurance
The UK is home to the world's largest publicly-funded health service: the National Health Service, or NHS. Launched in 1948, the NHS aims to provide health care for all, regardless of their financial circumstances. The services of the NHS are free of cost for UK residents, and so if you are a UK resident there is no need to purchase any kind of health insurance.
However, some people choose to purchase health insurance for extra protection and peace of mind, in case they become seriously ill. In this case, private health insurance is available which can offer faster treatment for serious diseases, and access to alternative therapies.
For further details on health insurance in the UK, see:
