Wednesday, October 29, 2003
Durvey
BBC NEWS | Health | DIY doctoring costs Brits millions:
"The amount spent on devices such as blood pressure testers and pregnancy kits has soared over the last few years, says a survey.
The market for 'self-diagnostic' products has expanded from £41.2 million five years ago to £54.3 million in 2002, according to Mintel. "
Because it takes over 2 weeks to get a doctor's appointment so people are taking to monitoring their own health.
"The amount spent on devices such as blood pressure testers and pregnancy kits has soared over the last few years, says a survey.
The market for 'self-diagnostic' products has expanded from £41.2 million five years ago to £54.3 million in 2002, according to Mintel. "
Because it takes over 2 weeks to get a doctor's appointment so people are taking to monitoring their own health.
