The coalition government has confirmed plans to scrap the NHS Direct helpline in England and replace it with a cheaper option. People who have used the service have been sending their reaction to the BBC: Justin Marsden, London NHS Direct saved my life. I was 39 at the time and had a really bad headache. I'd only had it for about 10 minutes but it was incredibly painful and kept getting worse. Continue reading the main story "Start Quote My blood pressure had dropped and veins in my brain had collapsed" End Quote Justin Marsden My wife rang NHS Direct and described my symptoms. They recommended dialling 999, saying that it...
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