National Health Service (Northern Ireland)

The National Health Service (Northern Ireland), or NHS NI, is the publicly funded healthcare system serving Northern Ireland. It provides a wide range of medical services—including general practitioner visits, hospital care, emergency services, and mental health support—free at the point of use for residents. Funded mainly through taxation, NHS NI aims to ensure that healthcare is accessible and equitable for all, regardless of income. It operates hospitals, clinics, and community health programs, working to improve the health and well-being of the population while coordinating with other health and social care organizations.