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The European Forum for Primary Care (EFPC) is issuing an urgent call to strengthen person-centred, community-oriented, and integrated care systems across Europe.   The EFPC, a network of over 100 primary care providers, researchers, and policymakers from 33 European countries, is dedicated to improving population health through equitable, sustainable, and collaborative primary care services.   With the upcoming appointment of a new EU Commissioner for Health, the EFPC stresses that this new leader will face pressing challenges: demographic changes, preparedness for emergencies like pandemics and environmental crises, advancements in science and technology, mental health crises, health inequities, and workforce shortages in the healthcare sector.   To address these challenges, the EFPC encourages the Commissioner to focus on achieving the "Quintuple Aim," which includes: 1.      Improving care for individuals. 2.      Enhancing population health. 3.      Maximizing the value of available resources. 4.      Ensuring healthcare providers' well-being. 5.      Promoting social justice and inclusion.   The EFPC advocates for healthcare reform that fosters interdisciplinary teams working closely with the community, which is proven to be cost-effective and essential for improving population health.   The EFPC urges the European Union to carefully consider the qualifications and expertise required in appointing a new Commissioner for Health, as this individual will be crucial in leading essential healthcare reforms. The selected commissioner must have a deep understanding of health, wellbeing, healthcare organization, and social inequities, and possess the ability to collaborate across sectors within the EU.   Strong leadership is essential to guide and support governments, organizations, professionals, and citizens who are striving to improve healthcare systems.   The EFPC is committed to supporting this vision, working hand-in-hand with the EU to ensure that healthcare remains affordable, accessible, and high quality for all, ensuring no one is left behind.     Prof. Dr. Maria van den Muijsenbergh Chair of the EFPC European Forum for Primary Care (EFPC) www.euprimarycare.org #EFPC #WONCA #PRIMARY CARE #EUPHA #PUblic Health #Health EQUITY

Healthcare jargon can be confusing. If someone can’t understand how to take their medication or follow care instructions, their health might suffer. Our Clinical Navigators Team aims to improve health literacy in rural areas by guiding people to the right care at the right time, reducing unnecessary ER and urgent care visits for better health outcomes. See how clear communications is helping to deliver better care: https://bit.ly/4eSlzMZ #EachAndEvery

The Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council (PHC4) is energized by the opportunity to expand its reach in reporting and awareness, working toward the achievement of the goals outlined in the Strategic Plan Summary. PHC4 is always working to continue the legacy of transparency and nonpartisan reporting that was established in 1986. Check out all PHC4 intends to accomplish by 2029 below or access the full Strategic Plan at https://lnkd.in/eMBqnUSY. #strategicplanning #healthcaredata

#Value innovation and delivery have to be based on #trust. To some extent #PCP may be trusted most because of the personalities and value systems that are drawn to this specialty. At the same time, assessment of trust by individuals presumably is driven mostly by #trustworthiness demonstrated empirically in an interpersonal #relationship over time that almost by definition is grounded in #shared understanding of lived experience. We need new business models and best practices that enable #healthcare to be continually #situated idiosyncratically in the place, pace, and purpose of a patient’s life. This potential extends far beyond what is formally recognized as healthcare and certainly beyond the institutional instantiations of sick care.

Code G2211 was created to recognize the importance of trust and longitudinal relationships in healthcare. Trust moves the needle. Why are carriers “bundling” these payments as if trust should be taken for granted?

October is coming to an end, but there’s still time to make an impact during #HealthLiteracyMonth 💊 📖 Promoting accessible health information is crucial, and your pharmacy can play a key role in bridging the gap in health understanding all year round. Explore our latest blog for more tips on how your pharmacy can continue to promote health literacy and empower patients to take charge of their health. Read more ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q02VTKjB0

The future of Ontario’s health care is in jeopardy. By 2026, 4.4 million Ontarians won’t have access to a family doctor. This alarming statistic isn’t just a forecast—it’s a warning. The lack of government funding is putting lives at risk, and if nothing changes, millions will be left without the care they need. Our latest campaign for the Ontario Medical Association amplifies this message. This campaign aims to wake up the public and our leaders to the growing health care crisis. The clock is ticking, and the time to act is now. Let’s ensure that Ontario’s future includes access to care for all. Together, we can stop the crisis. Click here to learn more and fight for your health care: https://lnkd.in/gNccRAv5

Listening to the insightful Dr Fadhila Mazanderani, Prof Ellen Stewart and Dr James Munro on the recent Care Opinion UK research chat; Beyond cards and complaints. Particularly interesting is what the research is saying as to why consumers choose to share feedback publicly, and the overwhelmingly good intent behind this action. Just a few of these reasons are: - To say thank you and express gratitude of the care received - Motivated by strong commitment to the health service (NHS) - Wanting positive change; feedback for care improvement - Saw feedback as a form of care improvement - Wanting their positive feedback to be seen by those 'higher up' i.e. policy makers - To inform other patients and their families - Simply by putting feedback out there, it would help improve care and communication Listen and learn via the Care Opinion UK website: Research chat 23: Beyond cards and complaints | Care Opinion

Join us in dissecting the nuanced impact of SDOH on patient care and community health. From the economic stability to food security, our blog explores the multifaceted nature of these determinants and their implications for healthcare providers. https://loom.ly/sGI7Kk4 #HealthEquity #SDOH #HealthcareAnalytics

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