§ Mr. Robert Atkinsasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether all patients suffering from severe arthritic and rheumatic disease are exempt from prescription charges; and what are his criteria for determining the degree of arthritic and rheumatic disease which qualifies for exemption.
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§ Sir George YoungPatients suffering from severe arthritic and rheumatic disease are not automatically entitled to exemption from prescription charges on medical grounds. Some sufferers will, however, qualify under the various other exemption categories.