Office for Health Improvement and Disparities

Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) is a UK government agency responsible for national efforts to improve public health and reduce health disparities. Established in 2021, the OHID replaced the Public Health England (PHE) and is part of the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).

History

The OHID was established in 2021 as part of a restructuring of the UK's public health system. This restructuring was announced in August 2020, following a review of the country's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The OHID replaced the Public Health England, which had been the primary agency responsible for public health since its establishment in 2013.

Role and Responsibilities

The OHID has a broad mandate to improve the health of the population and reduce health disparities. This includes responsibility for health promotion and disease prevention, health protection, and health improvement. The OHID works in partnership with other government departments, local authorities, the National Health Service (NHS), and other stakeholders to achieve its objectives.

Key Initiatives

The OHID has launched several key initiatives aimed at improving public health and reducing health disparities. These include campaigns to promote healthy lifestyles, initiatives to reduce smoking and obesity, and programs to improve mental health and wellbeing.

Criticism and Controversy

The establishment of the OHID has been met with some criticism. Critics argue that the restructuring of the public health system was rushed and poorly planned, and that the new agency lacks the resources and expertise to effectively carry out its mandate.

See Also

• Public Health England
• Department of Health and Social Care
• National Health Service

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