Plan for 'pets on prescription'

[Da Man]

Patients are to be given grants of up to £1,000 so they can boost their health by buying a pet.

Medical experts believe that looking after an animal can have a therapeutic effect on the owner.

Now, a health trust in south London, is running a pilot scheme which will allow doctors to offer the chance to care for a pet.

Lewisham Primary Care Trust said owning an animal can help people recover faster and reduce isolation.

Trust spokesman Oliver Lake said it is hoped a pet will keep the patient out of hospital.

Caseworkers will be allocated the budget and will decide which items will help to improve the patient's wellbeing.

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[hamstershaver]

i think thats a good idea

 

[Da Man]

i think thats a good idea

thats what i thougth, some people would certainly benefit from it

 

[Whiskey]

good idea. NOT

Whiskey