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The Quiet Exodus: When Care Moves from Public to Private | The World Room
In this episode of The World Room, host Kerry Fowler explores the critical issue of the 'Quiet Exodus' from public healthcare systems, specifically focusing on the shortage of ADHD and autism diagnosis services in the UK's NHS. This is not just a story about staffing numbers; it is a deep dive into how the migration of specialized professionals from public to private sectors creates a two-tier healthcare reality. For adults seeking neurodivergent diagnoses, long wait times have become a barrier to understanding their own minds, leading to increased anxiety, shame, and a sense of isolation…
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