We should measure what matters, but it matters who chooses the measures
Justine revisits a piece of Health Foundation funded research that created a new summary measure of performance for mental health care providers.
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Justine revisits a piece of Health Foundation funded research that created a new summary measure of performance for mental health care providers.
Our Tech for Better Care programme manager Jenna Collins reflects on the mindset shift required to help teams innovate effectively, and announces plans for phase 2.
Melissa Co looks at the challenges to evidence for virtual wards – and what can be done about them.
Charles Tallack argues for credibility and plausibility in messaging about tackling health inequalities.
Caitríona summarises her key learning points from this valuable roadmap on how to reduce the environmental impact of surgery.
Sharlene McGee shares some key lessons from the Health Foundation's Economies for Healthier Lives programme that could help inform the government's new WorkWell pilots.
Heather Wilson, a registered nurse and Health Foundation Programme and Policy Officer, on the effects of overcrowded hospitals on patients, staff and families
Ellen Coughlan shares initial findings from work looking into how local government can make better use of data to tackle health inequalities.
Our chief executive, Jennifer Dixon, outlines what you can expect from the Health Foundation over the coming year.
Irene Beautyman shares how the Shaping Places for Wellbeing Programme is supporting work to build healthier places to live, work and play in Scotland.
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