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An all-inclusive NHS is achievable

Discrimination against minorities is prevalent in the NHS, but a climate of inclusion, mutual respect and supportiveness will ensure that the benefits of diversity are gained, writes Michael West.
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By Michael West - 18 December 2015
Commissioned report

Making the difference: Diversity and inclusion in the NHS

Our summary of the findings of an NHS England-commissioned report on diversity and inclusion in the NHS.
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By Michael West et al - 16 December 2015
Report

Intentional whole health system redesign: Southcentral Foundation's 'Nuka' system of care

Southcentral Foundation's redesign of the health care system in Alaska is widely regarded as one of the most successful examples of its kind in the United States and internationally. What can the English NHS learn from Southcentral's experiences?
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By Ben Collins et al - 19 November 2015
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Devolution: What it means for health and social care in England

This briefing describes the origins of devolution and explores key policy and implementation questions in relation to health and social care.
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By Helen McKenna et al - 11 November 2015
Article

Overcome barriers stopping women taking up leadership roles

We've made a start, and now women in leadership roles, or those aspiring to reach the top, have an opportunity to examine the difficulties, challenges and opportunities ahead, writes Vijaya Nath
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By Vijaya Nath - 27 October 2015
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Integration with health could be staging post to devolved public service budgets

As the post-election dust settles, the Queen’s speech confirms that the integration of health and social care continues as a headline policy commitment, with the better care fund and ‘DevoManc’ as flagship policies intended to make this happen. But will they be enough?
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By Richard Humphries - 10 June 2015
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English devolution: local solutions for a healthy nation

This publication was commissioned by the Local Government Association to capture the thoughts of councillors, directors of public health, providers, commissioners, academics and other key opinion formers on the challenges and opportunities devolution could bring in terms of improving the public's health. Read David Buck's chapter.
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By David Buck - 9 June 2015
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Emergency department pressures need to be tackled through integrated urgent and emergency care

Politicians must look for evidence-based solutions and avoid the NHS becoming a political football, says Chris Ham.
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By Professor Sir Chris Ham - 21 January 2015
Article

Discharging patients from overcrowded hospitals – fewer 'progress chasers' and more 'doers' please

This year, urgent activity in English NHS hospitals has reportedly hit a record high. These figures routinely underestimate the real number of people in beds whose needs no longer require the full facilities of the general hospital.
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By David Oliver - 12 January 2015
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How Should we Deal with Hospital Failure? Facing the challenges of the new NHS market

Financial instability is just one reason for failure in the NHS. This paper explores how failure can be prevented or managed, while protecting the quality of patient care and restoring viability.
By Keith Palmer - 7 December 2005
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