Addressing health inequalities remains a pressing challenge for the NHS, as disparities in health outcomes and access continue to affect various communities across the country. Despite the new government's commitment to tackling these inequalities, significant gaps remain in the implementation of effective digital solutions that could foster equitable access to healthcare services.
Digital technologies can play a crucial role in bridging gaps, facilitating information exchange between the NHS and its partners, including voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations, as well as local authorities. To make a meaningful impact, the NHS must focus on initiatives that specifically improve access for underrepresented groups, ensuring that digital tools effectively enhance health outcomes.
Judges are looking for digital projects and services that are driving tangible improvements in access, experiences and outcomes for patients, carers, people and/or communities. Winners will display solid evidence of co-production with patients and demonstrate tangible impacts on what has made a difference to communities.
Eligibility
- All NHS organisations (including providers, partnerships, and systems), General Practice and primary care organisations.
- Evidence must relate to a project, ongoing or completed within the 2 years up until the award entry deadline.