Horrible Histories (2009)

S10E2 NHS 75th Birthday Special

What sparked the creation of the NHS? When did the first kidney transplant occur? Can half a chicken truly serve as a remedy? Join comedian and ex-psychiatric nurse Jo Brand as she partners with Rattus in this special episode celebrating the NHS’s 75th anniversary. Together, they explore the origins of the NHS, its quirky moments, and the challenges faced before its establishment. Discover how accessing medical care was often both difficult and costly, and learn about the almoner’s role in determining treatment costs until Nye Bevan introduced the revolutionary idea of free healthcare for everyone.