It’s Time to End the War on Drugs
Today marks 39 years since Ronald Reagan ramped up America’s War on Drugs. British politicians still seem to be following his lead – despite the fact that cannabis is now legal in 18 US states.
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Tom Gardiner
Tom Gardiner is a junior doctor. He writes solely in a personal capacity and the views expressed herein do not represent those of any organisation with which he is affiliated.
Covid-19 and the Challenge of Vaccine Hesitancy
Studies show that up to 1 in 3 people might refuse to take a Covid-19 vaccine. This problem must be overcome – but it can’t be addressed by writing off large swathes of the population as anti-vaxxers.
How Outsourcing Undermines the NHS
Recent years have seen an explosion in outsourcing in the NHS, with essential staff like hospital cleaners contracted out for less than a living wage. Now the practice is undermining the fight against coronavirus.