Physician shortages and national security

Is there a connection?

Almost overnight, health care has become a security issue.

The news from London and Glasgow brings a striking reminder that Al Qaeda is willing to exploit any national weakness.

In the case of the British, it’s an ongoing physician shortage brought on by the inherit shortcomings of their government-run health care system. The shortage allowed Al Qaeda operatives to legally enter the country and quickly become trusted members of its National Health Service.

(via Catron)

Related posts:

1. The war on terror leading to physician shortages?
2. Single payer = physician shortages
3. Physician job security in the recession
4. FAQ: Won’t Retainer Medicine Exacerbate Physician Shortages?
5. Poor reimbursement leads to physician shortages
6. Doctors favoring national health care: A PNHP conspiracy?
7. Improve primary care access before guaranteeing universal health coverage, my address at the National Press Club

  Follow on Twitter   Subscribe