Overview

This Bill mandates the UK Secretary of State to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of individuals experiencing adverse effects from Covid-19 vaccinations. It requires contact with affected patients, the creation of specialized clinics, and research into these effects.

Description

The bill places a legal obligation on the Secretary of State to improve diagnosis and treatment for those in England suffering ill effects from Covid-19 vaccines. This includes:

• Patient Contact: Within 28 days of an adverse effect being reported to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the patient must be contacted directly or through their doctor. This contact involves gathering detailed information about the adverse effect and its impact on their life.
• Medical Appointments: Patients will be offered an appointment with a specialist for advice on diagnosis and treatment options.
• Clinics and Research: The Secretary of State must propose plans for establishing specialist clinics to diagnose and treat these adverse effects. Funding for research is also mandated, including reviews of patient information and international evidence.
• Parliamentary Reporting: Proposals for clinics and research must be presented to Parliament within 28 days of the Bill's passage.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't specify exact figures for government spending. However, it will necessitate significant expenditure on establishing new clinics, funding research, and potentially covering the costs of additional medical appointments and treatments for affected individuals.

Groups Affected

• Individuals experiencing adverse effects from Covid-19 vaccines: This bill aims to improve their access to diagnosis and treatment.
• Healthcare professionals: Doctors and other specialists will be involved in diagnosing and treating patients, and potentially in research related to the adverse effects.
• The NHS: The NHS will likely bear the financial burden of implementing the bill's provisions, including staffing clinics and providing additional healthcare services.
• Researchers: Funding will be available for research projects investigating the causes and treatments of adverse effects.

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