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ALT 'Staff shortages in parts of the NHS are severe and often blamed on low levels of funding growth, but the OECD report shows staff shortages are a problem in some of the best-resourced health systems in Europe.' Ruth Thorlby, Assistant Director of Policy at the Health Foundation
ALT Text reads: For better mental health. In a new blog, Dr Annie Irvine, argues we need to take a more holistic approach to understanding capacity for work if we are to tackle mental health-related inactivity.
ALT 'While it might be tempting to blame officials and accounting rules, the root causes of these problems are political. Pressures on the NHS increase each year [...] meaning government investment needs to increase just to stand still.' Hugh Alderwick, Director of Policy at the Health Foundation
ALT ‘The research shows the urgent need for proactive and integrated policies which support people to stay well and in work. Working together across business and government is key to the UK making big strides forward – which will benefit everyone.’ Sacha Romanovitch, Chair of the Commission for Healthier Working Lives
ALT What might AI mean for our health? REAL Challenge lecture delivered by Hetan Shah Thursday 13 February 2025 11.00–12.30
ALT Team Coordinator - Research 12-month maternity cover contract Salary: Up to £34,360 per annum plus excellent benefits Application deadline: 12 February 2025, 23.59
ALT What lessons can the UK learn from international approaches to work and health? Tuesday 28 January 2025 13.30–14.45
ALT 'We need to address the fundamental factors that cultivate good mental health, from nurturing supportive relationships to building resilience and creating environments that reduce unnecessary stress.' Professor Peter Fonagy, Head of the Division of Psychology and Language Sciences at UCL
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ALT Senior Economist (Economic determinants of health) Permanent contract Salary: £65,778 per annum plus excellent benefits Application deadline: 2 February 2025, 23.59
ALT 'The extent of health inequalities in the UK – so well known to public health professionals – is largely hidden to the general public. And without public understanding and concern, it becomes easy for politicians to ignore in the face of more pressing priorities.' Jo Bibby, Director of Health at the Health Foundation