Health inequity is not the product of individual behaviour, but of policy design. Drawing on a comprehensive synthesis of recent evidence, this blog examines why public policies that reshape social and material conditions are more likely to reduce health inequities than those that rely heavily on individual agency, and how a policy-focused framework can help anticipate these effects.
As the NHS shifts care closer to home, neighbourhood health is being positioned as a key lever for reducing inequalities. But will it deliver? In the first blog of our three-part series, we explore what the evidence says about co-located services, Integrated Neighbourhood Teams and community health workers — and what it will take for this agenda to genuinely narrow the gap.
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Health inequity is not the product of individual behaviour, but of policy design. Drawing on a comprehensive synthesis of recent evidence, this blog examines why public policies that reshape social and material conditions are more likely to reduce health inequities than those that rely heavily on individual agency, and how a policy-focused framework can help anticipate these effects.
As the NHS shifts care closer to home, neighbourhood health is being positioned as a key lever for reducing inequalities. But will it deliver? In the first blog of our three-part series, we explore what the evidence says about co-located services, Integrated Neighbourhood Teams and community health workers — and what it will take for this agenda to genuinely narrow the gap.
Introducing two new practical resources to explain how artificial intelligence can support evidence synthesis
This practical guide supports researchers in using AI tools to assist with evidence synthesis while maintaining rigour and quality. Drawing on real-world case studies and research conducted by the Health Equity Evidence Centre, it provides practical advice on integrating AI responsibly across all stages of the synthesis process.
This tool presents an independent assessment of eight AI tools designed to support evidence synthesis. Each case study summarises the tool’s capabilities, research evidence, and HEEC’s practical experience to guide researchers in selecting the most appropriate solutions for their reviews.
Black men face stark inequalities in mental health — from higher rates of diagnosis and detention to poorer access and outcomes. This brief highlights what needs to change to make care safer, fairer and more effective. Based on evidence and lived experience, it identifies changes in organisational culture, mental health service design and delivery, and sets out five clear priorities for action.
In this guest blog, Professor Andrea Williamson reflects on her previous research into repeated missed healthcare appointments, which links high non-attendance to poorer health outcomes and social disadvantage. Building on this work, she introduces a new approach to appointment letters aimed at better supporting patients and improving engagement with services.
Discover what works to reduce health inequalities with our comprehensive evidence pack, built around four key themes for equity in health and care. Explore proven principles, practical recommendations, and real-world examples to guide action.
