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BIRTHDAYS are usually a time for celebration, especially when you are much-loved and have made it to 70 like the NHS.

Such a milestone represents an opportunity to reflect on what has been achieved, and what more could be accomplished.

Our health service is a truly remarkable institution staffed by the most dedicated people who believe in the greater good, including nurses, porters and cleaners as well as healthcare assistants. Many are literally life-savers.

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