State of Healthcare 2007
Our fourth report into the state of healthcare in England and Wales sets out the main improvements in healthcare during 2006/2007, and six key challenges for service providers.
Download the State of Healthcare 2007 report (PDF 1510kb) (Opens new window)
Download the Welsh State of Healthcare 2007 report: Cyflwr Gofal Iechyd 2007 (PDF 1770kb) (Opens new window)
Find out about the state of healthcare in 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Context
| There have been substantial increases in funding for the NHS, as well as increases in levels of activity and an improvement in the independent sector. |  |
Children and young people
| Inequalities in children's health present long-term challenges. The NHS needs to focus on childrens' needs, and improve their experience moving to adult services. |  |
Health and wellbeing
| People's health in England and Wales is getting better. But more must be done to prevent poor health and improve services for people with long-term conditions. |  |
Quality and effectiveness
| The quality of services is getting better, the NHS in England needs to ensure staff keep their skills up to date and manage patients' records more efficiently. |  |
Positive patient experience
| Most patients are positive about their experience of healthcare. However, for those who need more individual care, the experience is often not as good as it should be. |  |
Safety
Healthcare providers have yet to fully embrace a culture of safety. The NHS is making some headway in the fight against MRSA and C. difficile.
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