Myths, Equality, and the NHS

Myths, Equality, and the NHS
An elderly gentleman walks past a hospital sign in London on Sept. 26, 2007. Cate Gillon/Getty Images
Theodore Dalrymple
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To call a belief a myth is usually to denigrate it, though there are beneficial myths as there are noble lies. There’s no doubt that myths can be harmful, however, for they can, and often do, obstruct critical thought.

Theodore Dalrymple
Theodore Dalrymple
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Theodore Dalrymple is a retired doctor. He is contributing editor of the City Journal of New York and the author of 30 books, including “Life at the Bottom.” His latest book is “Embargo and Other Stories.”
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