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HICM: Case studies

These case studies show how local systems are putting the High Impact Change Model into practice to improve intermediate care, strengthen partnership working and support people to recover, regain independence and return home safely.

Tackling health inequalities: the essential role of local government

Health inequalities are the stark and often unjust differences in health outcomes seen across various population groups. These disparities may present themselves as variations in life expectancy, the prevalence of chronic diseases, and access to healthcare services. These inequalities are shaped by a myriad of factors, including socio-economic status, ethnicity, geography, and lifestyle choices.

The future is now: public health and artificial intelligence

Public health is an ever-evolving field, constantly adapting to new challenges and harnessing innovative technologies to safeguard the wellbeing of our local populations. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to bring numerous benefits to local government. This may include improved efficiency, cost savings, enhanced decision-making, and better resident services.

Insourcing

Local authorities are increasingly interested in insourcing frontline services for several reasons, these include a desire for greater control over service delivery, a concern about fragile markets and the need to find out whether services delivered in-house can be more cost-effective than services commissioned externally.