Tag Archives: PHE: Public Health England

Regional Variations in Premature Death (BBC News / Public Health England)

Summary Public Health England has published the Longer Lives website which ranks local authorities in league tables, using a colour-coded traffic-light system, to highlight regional variations in premature death. Red indicates the worst regions, while green indicates the best areas, when comparing the numbers of people under … Continue reading

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Department of Health’s Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs) 2013/14 (Department of Health)

Summary Summary information about the Department of Health’s arm’s length bodies (ALBs) is supplied, including: The role of each organisation. Achievements in 2012 to 2013 (where applicable). Business priorities for 2013 to 2014. This online report includes sections on: NHS England. Monitor. … Continue reading

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Update on Novel Coronavirus Infection (Department of Health)

Summary This Central Alerting System alert offers a Department of Health update on the global situation regarding human infection with novel coronavirus. Healthcare professionals are advised to remain vigilant. From September 2012 to date, WHO has been informed of a … Continue reading

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Integrated Care and Support: Landmark Shared Commitment (Department of Health)

Summary This Department of Health framework document on the integration of health and social care establishes the agreement to create “joined-up” care. It explains how multi-agency working in local areas can use existing structures to bring together Local Authorities, the … Continue reading

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Guide to the Healthcare System in England and NHS Accountabilities (Department of Health / Nuffield Trust)

Summary This Department of Health guide explains the overall structure of the NHS, following the Health and Social Care Act 2012. It summarises the main organisations in the healthcare system and how their roles are intended to work together. The … Continue reading

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Frequently Asked Questions on Commissioning Specialised Services (NHS Commissioning Board)

Summary The NHS Commissioning Board has published frequently asked questions on the Operating model for commissioning specialised services 2013/14. The aim is to improve outcomes for patients whilst reducing inconsistency and duplication in the system. Full Text Link Reference NHS … Continue reading

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Concordat Between Local Government Association (LGA) and NHS Commissioning Board (NHS Commissioning Board)

Summary The Local Government Association (LGA) and NHS Commissioning Board have signed a concordat (an “agreement”) on working together towards better integration of health and social care. This agreement makes formal the existing partnerships between the LGA and the NHS, … Continue reading

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NHS in England: New Structure and Accountabilities (Nuffield Trust)

Summary This online slide-show, from the Nuffield Trust, offers a concise visual summary of the main reforms to management, accountability and funding structures in the NHS as a result of the Health and Social Care Act 2012. The slides compare … Continue reading

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London Health and Wellbeing Board Partnership Support Programme: Continued (NHS London)

Summary The Government’s Health and Social Care Act creates statutory Health and Wellbeing Boards in each Local Authority. Their aim is to improve health services and care services, and to promote the health and wellbeing of local people. Health and … Continue reading

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Implementation Framework for No Health Without Mental Health (NHS Confederation)

[A brief reference to this item appears in: Dementia and Elderly Care: the Latest Evidence Newsletter (RWHT), Volume 3 Issue 3, October 2012]. Summary The Government published the ”No Health Without Mental Health” in February 2011; this is a cross-government, all-age strategy … Continue reading

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