Izzie

The big conversation

on our nhs

Last month, Just Treatment launched our “Big conversations” campaign where we began speaking to someone in every constituency in the UK about their experience of Coronavirus and the NHS. These conversations will directly feed into the creation of a New Deal for the NHS. This is a people powered campaign and collectively, we can ensure we learn the lessons from Coronavirus, and work together to build a better, stronger future for the NHS and for patients. 

What has your experience of coronavirus been?

For the last 16 weeks I have been shielding from COVID-19. I have Cystic Fibrosis, making me extremely vulnerable. This period of time has been extremely isolating and devastating for me. The nature of the virus and having to avoid people and places has had a big impact on my mental health.

What long term changes for the NHS do you believe are required?

The NHS needs better investment and funding, this is essential in the long term. Under austerity and the ongoing privatisation of our health service we have seen the NHS suffer. More funding would enable us to be better prepared for events, such as this pandemic, in the future.

Why do you think building a New Deal for the NHS is so important?

It is crucial that we build a New Deal for the NHS. One that is focused on the needs of the people who depend on it. If COVID-19 has taught us anything, it is that we could all depend on our NHS at any time. That is why we need a New Deal that is transparent and tailored to our needs.