Released on: June 10, 2008, 1:08 am

Press Release Author: John Kaduwanema

Industry: Healthcare

Press Release Summary: As claims are published that NHS waiting times are up, so is
the demand for self diagnostics and treatment Whereas it is revealed that hospital
patients are waiting on average longer for treatment than when the Labour Government
first came into power, First Aid Warehouse is offering some great deals on medical
equipment and accessories for home treatment.

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As claims are published that NHS waiting times are up, so is the demand for
self diagnostics and treatment Whereas it is revealed that hospital patients are
waiting on average longer for treatment than when the Labour Government first came
into power, First Aid Warehouse is offering some great deals on medical equipment
and accessories for home treatment.

The Telegraph recently published an article claiming that on average hospital
waiting times are up despite extra spending by the Labour Government. Discussion
regarding the accuracy of the report continues, but rightly or wrongly, this form
of continued negative publicity for the NHS is certainly unsettling the nation.

Figures published in 2006 clearly shown an increase in the trend towards self
diagnostic and treatment by consumers for minor ailments and injuries at home.
Negative publicity is undoubtedly driving factor in the increase demand, but self
treatment at times, has even been encouraged by the Government and industry lead
initiatives in part to relieve pressure on the NHS.

With a wealth of information now available by means of the internet, advice
lines and publications etcetera, it is no surprise that people are looking to these
sources for diagnosis and advice rather than having to wait at accident an
emergency department or for an appointment at their doctor\'s surgery.

As well as the abundance of medical information, the increased availability of
first aid kits and products, diagnostic equipment and other medical equipment also
makes it much simpler for the patient consumer to treat and manage injuries and
ailments by themselves at home.

Shopping online with First Aid Warehouse is a simple and secure method of
purchasing essential first aid products, diagnostic equipment and other medical
equipment that is delivered direct to the door. The highest quality at the lowest
prices, are offered to the general public as well as medical professionals and the
wider care industry.

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