Gentle into that last good night.

Having had cause to witness the functioning of the NHS at close quarters over the last few weeks I can vouchsafe that care, consideration, and concern for one's fellow man, are virtues still very much in evidence in the NHS.
The patient was spoken to as a thinking adult and the opinion of those close to him was sought as to the best manner of treatment for an elderly and very sick man.
His comfort was the priority at all times and I cannot help but be eternally grateful for the humanity of all around.
In a world so obsessed with efficiency and statistics it is good to know that it is not only money which talks but also gentle nurses and hard pressed young doctors..