Addressing health disparities isn’t just about fairness—it’s a strategic imperative. By reducing barriers to care and empowering underserved communities, we create a stronger, more effective NHS that delivers better outcomes for everyone. In her Health Service Journal article, our Head of Partnerships and Involvement, Sarah Tilsed, highlights actionable steps NHS leaders can take to address these systemic issues: 1️⃣ Expand accessibility: bring screening, diagnostic, and treatment facilities closer to underserved communities to reduce travel barriers and improve early diagnosis. 2️⃣ Strengthen patient partnerships: listen to patients’ lived experiences, empower shared decision-making, and rebuild trust through inclusive, person-centered care. 3️⃣ Combat discrimination: implement comprehensive staff training to address racism, unconscious bias, and inequities in care delivery. The NHS has the opportunity to lead with bold action. Let’s work together to ensure equity is at the heart of healthcare.
NHS leaders can take urgent action to tackle systemic barriers, improve access, address discrimination, and rebuild trust with underserved communities, says the Patient Association’s Sarah Tilsed. https://lnkd.in/eqKX4jpn
