Public Policy Projects

Insulin safety week took place last week with a focus on the safe use of diabetes technology. We had the unique opportunity to learn about insulin management, how it affects users’ daily lives and which tools are in place to support them. PPP had the opportunity to talk with Shay Speakman-Brown, Head of Market Access at Dexcom, and Michael Lawrence, a dedicated Dexcom CGM user and a member of Dexcom’s Warrior programme. Michael, a type 2 diabetes insulin user, shared with us the invaluable benefits of relying on a CGM for his insulin management. Michael used to use a finger prick glucose monitor to check his blood sugar levels two to three times a week, regularly take metformin as well as other drugs, while rigorously managing his diet, exercise, and stress levels, often on his own account. Since switching to CGM, Michael’s life has been profoundly changed: “The CGM makes a huge difference, particularly in the evening after meals. When sleep follows, that’s the most concerning time. But now I have peace of mind and feel a sense of control in that there is an alarm that will sound if glucose levels are irregular. With the CGM I’ve got a much better chance at getting the doses right. The CGM also has an alarm which give some peace of mind and sense of control.” – Michael Lawrence Learn more about the benefits of CGM for individuals with type 2 diabetes insulin users in our latest article 👉 https://lnkd.in/dvsz2R9R #ThinkInsulin #InsulinSafetyWeek #CGM #Dexcom #DexcomWarriors

Insulin safety week took place last week with a focus on the safe use of diabetes technology. We had the unique opportunity to learn about insulin management, how it affects users’ daily lives and which tools are in place to support them. PPP had the opportunity to talk with Shay Speakman-Brown, Head of Market Access at Dexcom, and Michael Lawrence, a dedicated Dexcom CGM user and a member of Dexcom’s Warrior programme. Michael, a type 2 diabetes insulin user, shared with us the invaluable benefits of relying on a CGM for his insulin management. Michael used to use a finger prick glucose monitor to check his blood sugar levels two to three times a week, regularly take metformin as well as other drugs, while rigorously managing his diet, exercise, and stress levels, often on his own account. Since switching to CGM, Michael’s life has been profoundly changed: “The CGM makes a huge difference, particularly in the evening after meals. When sleep follows, that’s the most concerning time. But now I have peace of mind and feel a sense of control in that there is an alarm that will sound if glucose levels are irregular. With the CGM I’ve got a much better chance at getting the doses right. The CGM also has an alarm which give some peace of mind and sense of control.” – Michael Lawrence Learn more about the benefits of CGM for individuals with type 2 diabetes insulin users in our latest article 👉 https://lnkd.in/dvsz2R9R #ThinkInsulin #InsulinSafetyWeek #CGM #Dexcom #DexcomWarriors

Thank you Yousaf Ahmad for attending todays Public Policy Projects breakfast with Sir Julian Hartley and Stephen Dorrell. Great to read your insights and reflections 💡

6 days on from the election result we are live in London discussing the future of the NHS with Julian Hartley and Stephen Dorrell A wide range of people in the room from the NHS, business and wider public sector all coming together to look at the art of the possible with a new government Public Policy Projects

All set for our special Public Policy Projects post election breakfast with Sir Julian Hartley. Looking forward to hearing key challenges and opportunities from the perspective of NHS leaders across the country at this critical moment for health and care.

The profound impact of a cancer diagnosis, whether personal or affecting a loved one, is undeniable - but a cancer diagnosis does not have to be inevitable. In this long read, Primary Care Cancer Lead at East Midlands Cancer Alliance and Cancer Research UK (CRUK), Dr Ben Noble, calls for a shift in public health messaging towards prevention and the prioritisation of metabolic health. https://lnkd.in/gJ8n36Tb

🔍 Genomics insight of the day PPP’s recently published Global Genomics Insights report finds that to unlock the full potential of genomics, it must move beyond research and become implemented into the healthcare system. Achieving this requires the ability to share insights, experiences and credible health economic modelling, not just data.   Additionally, the integration of genomics into healthcare settings is very non-standard as there are no standards of interoperability. A lack of standardisation creates a fragmented operating environment, both globally and within territories, which could compromise or diminish the collaborative sense of genomics and what it is going to be able to achieve. Read more for further insights here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d-n6Tbsa

New report: 'Harnessing technology to address the NHS workforce challenge'.   A recent report by Public Policy Projects sheds light on how AI and digital technologies could potentially improve productivity and reduce backlogs in our healthcare system. A roundtable discussion, chaired by our CEO, Dr Hatim Abdulhussein explored the opportunities and challenges in this area. The discussion identified five key barriers to adopting AI and digital technologies in healthcare: 📝Regulation: The need for clearer guidance and communication between regulators and innovators. 🤝Partnerships: The importance of collaboration between industry and healthcare providers. 🛜Practical barriers: Challenges in IT resources, and infrastructure. 💳Funding: The need for resources to support implementation and scaling, not just pilots. 🎓Upskilling: The importance of training and development for the healthcare workforce. Despite these challenges, there's significant potential for innovation in digital health and AI in the NHS. The report also suggests that GPs could play a key role in driving technology adoption in primary care. For those interested in learning more, the full report includes detailed recommendations for government, industry, and Integrated Care Boards. https://shorturl.at/0lSSy #HealthcareTechnology #NHSInnovation #DigitalHealth #AI

📣 Registration is now open for the Cancer Care Conference 2024! With the new Labour government signalling its commitment to cancer and particularly early diagnosis in their manifesto, PPP’s Cancer Care conference will be examining what policies and practices can be implemented. Join Professor Anne Mackie, Director of Programmes, UK National Screening Committee and gain key insights from our bespoke line-up of experts and policymakers for a day discussing key aspects of cancer policy, highlighting examples of best practice, and understanding strategies to improve patient outcomes. With 5 panels focusing on key aspects of cancer policy, highlighting examples of best practice, and understanding strategies to improve patient outcomes - you won't want to miss out on this unique opportunity to contribute to the future of cancer care! What will be discussed? ➡️ Developing a truly preventative approach to cancer care ➡️ Harnessing genomics research for preventative cancer care ➡️ The health economics of prevention ➡️ Striving for earlier diagnosis in women’s cancers and applying best practices to other pathways ➡️ Addressing backlogs in cancer pathways, with a focus on prostate cancer ➡️ Implementing effective health inequalities strategies for cancer care ➡️ Using digital technologies to highlight new opportunities for future screening ➡️ Innovations to speed up diagnostics ➡️ Encouraging more equitable cancer screening 🗓️ Thursday 3rd October 📍One Great George Street, London ⏰ 9am - 5pm Want to connect with cancer care industry leaders, NHS decision-makers and experts to join high-level conversations and gain unparalleled market and policy intelligence? Register now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYkGE3Ua #CancerPolicy #CancerPrevention #HealthEquity #DigitalHealth

🔊 𝐀 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 #𝐍𝐇𝐒? 10th July - Public Policy Projects Breakfast with Sir Julian Hartley Today’s seismic election result could have profound implications for our system of #healthandcare. #Labour inherits an NHS and social care system with severe productivity and infrastructure challenges, backlogs and staffing issues. As the dust settles on a dramatic election night, attention will now turn to Labour and their respective teams. Patients, end users, staff and other health and care stakeholders will want to know how can the new government leverage its significant mandate to address these issues and future-proof health and care in the UK? 𝐈𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐫𝐚, Wednesday July 10th will see Public Policy Projects host Sir Julian Hartley, Chief Executive of NHS Providers, to discuss what the election result means for the future of the NHS and wider health and care reform. 🗣 Topics of discussion: 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦? ➡ Key health and care priorities for the incoming government, what can be learned beyond the manifesto headlines? ➡ How systems and providers can manage expectations and operate within tight financial constraints ➡ How can the incoming government create a successful health and care legacy? Sir Julian Hartley will be discussing these issues with a select group of senior health and care stakeholders. Be part of this conversation next week to discuss what this might mean in the first 100 days. Find out more and secure your ticket here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e9dhxQX7 View our Autumn events and opportunities here 👉 https://lnkd.in/egGQBDcp Lee Davies David Duffy Ameneh Ghazal Saatchi Dr. Chris Rice, PhD.