Department of Health
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(abbr DH)
the British government department responsible for health. Its main duty is to manage the National Health Service, and it is also in charge of social services to old people, children, the mentally ill and others in need, though decisions on spending in these areas are made by local authorities.
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Universalium. 2010.
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