Prevention

It is globally acknowledged that prevention is better than cure and yet most health systems spend less than 1% of their budgets on preventative approaches. A preventative approach can help reduce healthcare costs, improve patient outcomes, and decrease the burden on healthcare systems.

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Publication

Altering the trajectory of HIV in Europe

22 May 2025

Despite substantial medical advancements that have transformed HIV into a manageable chronic condition for individuals, the epidemic remains a pressing public health concern in Europe.

Insights

OHE submission to the UK Parliamentary Inquiry on an Ageing Society

20 May 2025

OHE’s written submission to parliament focused on raising population health in older age and increasing access to fertility treatments as two possible avenues to address the challenges of demographic change.

Publication

Analysing Global Immunisation Expenditure

15 April 2025

Immunisation programmes are foundational to public health. Organised by health authorities, they systematically deliver vaccines to susceptible populations to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Insights

Infectious disease: another reason to try Veganuary for the NHS

30 January 2025

We dust off last year’s model to consider the potential savings to the NHS from more people going vegan, with a focus on COVID-19.

Publication

Employer Costs from Respiratory Infections

16 December 2024

Our latest research shows respiratory infections cost UK businesses £44 billion a year. Workplace vaccination programs and health-focused policies could help boost productivity, reduce costs, and address health inequities.

Insights

OHE’s submission for the DHSC’s next 10 years of planning

9 December 2024

This Insight summarises the recommendations OHE submitted towards the Department of Health & Social Care’s consultation on the next 10 years of planning for the NHS.

Insights

The Preventive Health Revolution: Insights from the 2024 Annual Lecture

15 October 2024

One of OHE’s charitable objectives is a commitment to educate and inform the public and policymakers about critical issues in the healthcare sector. OHE’s Annual Lecture…

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Insights

Green Healthcare: Are We Asking the Right Questions?

11 September 2024

The climate-health crisis is a growing global concern, and identifying the right starting points is crucial.

Event

OHE Annual Lecture 2024 | The Preventive Health Revolution: Live Longer, Live Better

10 September 2024

In this lecture, Professor Andrew Scott re-evaluated prominent perceptions of ageing and argued for the need to focus on a longevity society and explore the key…