Healthcare technologies
Technologies could transform and improve the way healthcare is delivered. What are the main concerns and challenges that policy makers should focus on?
This POSTnote reviews research on the addictive dimensions of gambling, eating, sex, internet use and shopping. It provides an overview of factors contributing to addictive behaviours and the personal and social consequences. It also examines the implications for treatment provision, public health and prevention strategies and industry regulation.
Addictive behaviours, May 2010 (319 KB , PDF)
Addictive behaviours, May 2010 (319 KB , PDF)
Technologies could transform and improve the way healthcare is delivered. What are the main concerns and challenges that policy makers should focus on?
The UK has an ageing population increasingly living with multiple health conditions. Research shows there may be challenges to supporting healthy ageing and improving quality of life for older populations, as current health and social care services are under increasing pressures.
What are the challenges facing deprived communities in the UK, and what opportunities are there for addressing these?