People are living longer, but many face more years with health problems. It’s also common to have two or more long-term health conditions. Our health is shaped by so much more than medical issues – it’s influenced by where we live, the work we do, the education we receive, the relationships we build, and the opportunities we have to thrive.
What is population health management?
Population health management is a way to understand the health and care needs of different groups of people. It helps us work together to provide the right support at the right time, reducing health problems before they happen and improving care for those who need it most. It focuses on making life better for communities while reducing unfair differences in health outcomes.
How it’s done
Population health management begins by bringing together information from local health and care services so that we can better understand the needs of our communities. This helps us spot patterns, identify risks, and create more effective services and support. This could mean anything from better medical care to support with housing or employment, which also affect health.
Population health management focuses on:
- Understanding groups: Breaking down the population into groups based on their needs.
- Prioritising support: Identifying those most at risk and focusing on them first.
- Targeted actions: Using insights to design personalised care and interventions to prevent illness and support ongoing health needs.
This approach ensures that care is proactive, tailored to the people who need it most, and helps reduce health inequalities, providing fairer, better healthcare for everyone.
For more information on population health management and how we’re using it in mid and south Essex, visit this page.
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