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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · 7d

New report provides recommendations for a co-funded early access pilot programme for innovative oncology medicines in Ireland, which aims to reduce inequities in access to treatment.

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Supporting early access to innovative oncology medicines in Ireland

Cancer remains the leading cause of death in Ireland, yet there are considerable inequities in access to innovative treatments.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · 11d

Patient navigation helps people move through the health system, improving outcomes and cutting costs. But implementation is uneven.

It’s time to make patient navigation a standard part of person-centred care.

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Patient navigation: helping people through the health system maze

Patient navigation programmes expand access to best-practice care and improve health outcomes. But uneven implementation is limiting their impact.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Oct 2

From opt-out consent models to addressing organ trafficking, our latest blog explores how governments can improve access to transplantation to ensure it is both ethical and equitable.

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The gift of life: why policy matters for organ donation

Can governments and science ensure fair access to organ donation for all?

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Sep 30

In a recent article published in Mediaplanet, Taylor Morris explores the lessons that can be learnt from oncology to make sure CVD care can turn a corner in Europe. www.healthawareness.co.uk/personal-hea...

Successes in cancer care offer a blueprint for cardiovascular disease

Cancer has long been a priority for health systems and the public alike – and we should prioritise cardiovascular disease in the same way.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Sep 29

Obesity affects 1 in 4 adults in England, Wales & NI – and 1 in 3 in Scotland. It drives chronic disease, mental health issues and costs the UK £126 billion a year. HPP’s new white paper sets out seven actions to reverse this: www.healthpolicypartnership.com/project/endi....

Ending the obesity epidemic

Obesity remains a major public health challenge in the UK, but opportunities could be harnessed to reverse current trends.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Sep 26

Computational pathology is reshaping cancer diagnostics. AI-powered tools help pathologists work faster and more accurately – and could be key to tackling workforce shortages.
We explore this in a MediaPlanet article by HPP’s Chris Melson.
#AIforHealthcare2025 #Diagnostics #Oncology #HealthPolicy

The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Sep 23

In our latest HPP Insights article, Jody Tate and Aislinn Santoni explore how the private sector could contribute to achieving global targets on NCDs and mental health.

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Joining forces: how the private sector can support the achievement of global non-communicable disease targets

Partnerships between the public and private sectors can strengthen health systems, drive innovation and deliver sustainable solutions to global health challenges.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Sep 4

Last week, Managing Director Ed Harding was pleased to meet leading voices in cardiovascular health during #ESC2025 – a powerful platform for encouraging collaboration and building momentum.

The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Sep 3

When people are involved in decisions about their health, they experience better recovery, lower healthcare utilisation and higher satisfaction.

In the latest HPP Insights post, we look at how person-centred care can evolve from concept to reality.

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What is person-centred care – and how can we make it a reality?

The philosophy of person-centred care is not simply ‘nice to have’. It has measurable benefits to patient outcomes, health system efficiency and health equity.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Jul 4

In our latest HPP Insights article, Suzanne Wait explores the critical connection between health and economic prosperity, making a compelling case for investing in health to deliver long-term social impact. #HealthEqualsWealth 👇

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Health as an investment: time to shift the rhetoric

Governments should be rethinking healthcare as a foundation for economic growth

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Jun 5

Problem gambling can have a devastating effect on people, communities and wider society.

Our latest blog post explores whether a public health approach could help prevent, detect and minimise the harms caused by problem gambling.

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Would a public health approach help tackle problem gambling?

Problem gambling can have devastating effects on people, health systems and the economy. How can using a public health framework address it?

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Jun 2

Common respiratory infections can be extremely serious for people living with non-communicable diseases. Learn how immunisation can help protect people living with NCDs: www.healthpolicypartnership.com/project/immu...

Immunisation for people living with non-communicable diseases

HPP led the research and drafting of a policy report for the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFMPA), with insights from a multidisciplinary group of experts.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · May 19

At this year’s World Health Assembly, a new resolution on lung health is expected to pass, offering an opportunity to improve respiratory health worldwide.

Discover the changes needed to tackle chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs). #LungHealthForLife www.healthpolicypartnership.com/project/chro...

Breathe easier

Chronic respiratory diseases, which affect the airways and lungs, impede the lives of over 454 million people worldwide.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · May 14

At this year’s World Health Assembly, a new resolution asks governments to prioritise lung health, which has long been neglected.

In our latest blog post, we explore why lung health deserves renewed focus, and what meaningful action could look like. www.healthpolicypartnership.com/lung-health-...

Lung health now: a global call to action

At this year’s World Health Assembly, an important resolution asks governments to prioritise the eradication of chronic respiratory diseases and lung cancer, which have been overlooked and overshadowe...

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Apr 29

The US’s withdrawal of funding from USAID and the WHO is worrying for the many countries that once counted on their health initiatives. But is it possible that these nations could step up and reshape global health policy for the better?
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The West is slashing global health programmes. Could that be a good thing?

Geopolitical shifts could help health systems in low- and middle-income countries become more autonomous, inclusive and sustainable.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Apr 11

People from disadvantaged groups experience #HealthInequalities that are rooted in historic #discrimination, leading to mistrust in health systems. The healthcare community must prioritise #diversity in research, healthcare delivery and the workforce.
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How to build a fairer health system

We need diversity, equity and inclusion in healthcare to make sure the system works for us all.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Mar 28

Research suggests that #DaylightSaving has negative effects on our health, leading to spikes in heart attacks and fatal road accidents. So what can we do to mitigate the disruptive impact of the #SpringForward, and is it time to abandon the practice?

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Is ‘springing forward’ harming our health?

Research suggests that daylight saving time has negative effects on our health – so why is it still observed in many countries, and what can we do about it?

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Mar 13

#RSV is a leading cause of hospitalisation among infants.

A new comment in Discover Health Systems, co-authored by HPP team members and experts from France, Spain and the US, explores the lessons learnt from implementing infant RSV immunisation programmes.

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Lessons from implementing a long-acting monoclonal antibody (nirsevimab) for RSV in France, Spain and the US - Discover Health Systems

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of serious respiratory illness and hospitalisation in infants. While infants who were born prematurely or with certain health conditions are at inc...

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Mar 7

GLP-1 agonist weight-loss drugs have been hailed as a revolution in managing #obesity, type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. But access to these treatments is not equitable, and this could exacerbate health inequalities between the wealthiest and the poorest people.
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Are weight-loss treatments contributing to health inequalities?

GLP-1 agonists provide a range of health benefits. But not everyone is benefiting equally

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Mar 4

#Obesity is a deep-rooted systemic issue, not the result of poor individual choices.

On #WorldObesityDay, our latest blog highlights policies that have successfully addressed some of the social determinants of health.

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Addressing obesity: the role of policy in creating healthier populations

Obesity is not the result of poor lifestyle choices; it’s emblematic of the broken systems that prioritise profit over health.

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Feb 27

What happens when people lose trust in public health institutions and information? They may turn to unreliable online sources, and this can have dangerous consequences.
In the latest HPP Insights post, we look at how to improve trust and combat #misinformation.
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The Health Policy Partnership on LinkedIn: Rebuilding trust in public health: the battle against misinformation

Public health information is essential for resilient and sustainable health systems. It can be used to promote interventions such as screening that can detect…

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The Health Policy Partnership @healthpolicyptp.bsky.social · Feb 3

We're a specialist health policy consultancy. We take a research-based approach and collaborate with expert stakeholders to identify what's needed to drive system change in order to address some of the most complex issues facing healthcare today.

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Health policy consultancy - The Health Policy Partnership

Health policy research consultancy. Working to resolve complex issues facing healthcare systems - The Health Policy Partnership.

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