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Introduction: Prevention is Better Than Cure (and Usually Free)

One of the best things about the NHS is that it doesnโ€™t just treat illness โ€” it actively helps you stay well. Many of the most valuable services are completely free and designed to catch problems early or stop them from developing at all.

South Africans often come from a system where you mostly go to the doctor when youโ€™re sick. In the UK, the smartest expats use the NHS proactively. This part of the guide shows you exactly how to do that.

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