This document presents the findings of an independent investigation into the performance and structure of the National Health Service (NHS) in England. It addresses the challenges the NHS faces, such as access to services, quality of care, healthcare funding, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and structural and systemic issues. The document covers key themes like the state of public health, healthcare access, mental health services, and recommendations for a long-term NHS strategy.
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Table of Contents
- Independent 1
- Investigation of the 1
- National Health 1
- Service in England 1
- Independent investigation of the National Health Service in England 3
- Summary letter from Lord Darzi to the Secretary of State for Health Social Care 5
- Part I 19
- Performance of the NHS 19
- Introduction 20
- The purpose of the National Health Service 20
- Health of the nation 21
- Access to NHS services 29
- Quality of Care in the NHS 42
- Health protection promotion and inequalities 67
- Where and how the money is spent 75
- Health and prosperity 96
- Part II 101
- Drivers of performance 101
- Funding investment and technology 102
- The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic 110
- Patient voice and staff engagement 115
- NHS structures and systems 122
- Conclusion 135
- The NHS is in critical condition but its vital signs are strong 135
- Expert Reference Group Membership 138
- Responses to our call for evidence 141
