Supporting people living with long-term conditions to take control of their health and care can lead to a better quality of life. It also plays a role in creating a more sustainable health care system.
Our recent work and content on this topic is listed below.
How does the NHS in England compare with health care systems in 11 OECD countries?
Episode 47. There’s a concerning uptick in cancer incidence among adults younger than 50 years. Do we know what's causing it?
What should the DWP focus on in their ‘back to work’ plans? Chris Rocks, who leads the Commission for Healthier Working Lives, sets out three key priorities.
With the health of the UK's working-age population in decline, how can the new government work with employers to better support the workforce?
Christopher Rocks, Lead Economist and Head of Secretariat at the Health Foundation, responds to the latest ONS update on economic inactivity due to long-term sickness
Following Labour's announcement on working-age health, Dave Finch considers the three priorities on working-age health and employment for the next government.
This infographic sets out five priorities that the next government should focus on to build a healthier UK.
Lee Vaughan has lived with chronic pain since his teens. Now a health coach, he explains why it’s so important we equip people with the skills to effectively manage their own conditions.
Health Foundation responds to new DWP data on health conditions for Universal Credit claimants.
Sharlene McGee shares some key lessons from the Health Foundation's Economies for Healthier Lives programme that could help inform the government's new WorkWell pilots.
Episode 40. What lies behind the decline in health of working-age people in the UK and what are the solutions?