Our projects
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Joint Pain Advice: supporting employees in the workplaceNot only does chronic hip, knee and lower back pain impact adversely on all aspects of an individual’s personal and social lives, it also impacts on their working lives. In the workplace, joint pain can force people to change duties, reduce hours, take sick leave and retire early. Each year, osteoarthritis results in 3 million […]
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Zero SuicideHealth Innovation Network are proud to be a member of the Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA). As an organisation we are committed to asking our staff to complete the free ZSA suicide prevention training ‘Save a Life’. After completing the training, you will be able to have a conversation with somebody using these three steps: We will also promote this training to our members […]
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Digital Revolution in Social CareEngland’s increasing older population is fuelling greater demand for adult social care services. We need to look at different ways of delivering social care in England and the implementation of new technology provides an opportunity to improve the quality and efficiency of care in older age. In March 2020, Health Innovation Network (HIN) and DigitalHealth.London […]
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Atrial Fibrillation detectionAs part of a national Academic Health Science Network (AHSN) project to increase detection of AF, the HIN welcomed expressions of interest from local CCGs and networks to trial mobile ECG devices for opportunistic testing for AF within their practice. 400 mobile ECG devices were distributed in a variety of settings in south London, helping […]
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Improving the diagnosis and management of AF in older adults with additional needs(Funded by a BMS-Pfizer Alliance Medical Education Goods and Services (MEGS) This project will address unmet need in the diagnosis and management of AF for older adults with additional needs, defined as those over the age of 65 years who are housebound, in nursing homes or in residential care or with complex care needs due […]
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The Integrated Hypoglycaemic PathwayThe Health Innovation Network and London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust have worked in partnership to develop and implement an improved referral pathway for people who require LAS assistance for a hypoglycaemic episode and are not conveyed to hospital following treatment at the scene. LAS attends approximately 20,000 diabetic emergencies per year. This represents a […]
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Improving access to structured education for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetesAll CCGs, acute trusts and community trusts are encouraged to get involved in the major programme now underway to increase uptake of structured education for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which HIN is running (on behalf of Southwark CCG as the lead organisation) using NHS England transformation funds. This programme will deliver […]
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Type 1 diabetes consultation tool and user guideIn light of the increasing demand upon NHS diabetes services, achieving good outcomes for people with type 1 diabetes can be a challenge. As the NHS struggles to keep pace with demand and advances in technological solutions for the management of diabetes, the fundamental elements of treatment such as care planning and communication can be […]
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Diabetes Improvement CollaborativeType 1 diabetes affects more than 370,000 adults in the UK, it is an autoimmune disease that causes the loss of insulin production. People with the condition are wholly reliant on insulin delivered both through multiple daily injections or an insulin pump. Insulin pump therapy allows a person with type 1 diabetes to have better […]
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MSK Improvement and Innovation ForumOur MSK Improvement and Innovation forum (formerly the Back Pain Forum) was set up to address an identified need for a regular in-person information sharing event to showcase innovative interventions, share ideas, collaborate and explore possible solutions to MSK challenges. The forum showcases local and national MSK initiatives and new innovations for professionals and managers […]
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Implementing optimal falls risk assessment in memory servicesMemory services or memory clinics have been set up to provide specialist assessment for diagnosing, treating and supporting people with dementia. Memory clinics are run by health care and social care professionals. People attending a memory clinic are offered a full assessment to confirm – or rule out – the diagnosis of dementia. This can […]
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Identifying Dementia in Care Homes using DeAR-GPThe Alzheimer’s Society estimates that up to 80% of residents in care homes have dementia or severe memory problems (Alzheimer’s Society, 2013). The disparity between the number of those who are likely to have dementia and those with an actual diagnosis means that many people are not being given the opportunity to make informed choices, […]
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ESCAPE-pain for backsESCAPE-pain is an award-winning exercise programme that helps patients feel more in control of their pain, and more able to do things they enjoy. An app version of the programme, which has been downloaded more than 1,000 times, features the exercise videos that can help improve mobility and reduce knee and hip pain.
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South London Care and Nursing Homes NetworkThe HIN is committed to working with care and nursing homes in South London to disseminate innovation and best practice in the sector and provide a support network for smaller care home providers. In May 2014, the HIN re-launched The South London Care and Nursing Home Network, previously hosted by the Health Innovation and Education Cluster […]
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The ‘Red Bag’ ProjectA high proportion of admissions and readmissions to hospitals are from residents in care homes. Care homes in South London have expressed a need for better information sharing and communication during transfer of care. Specifically changes to medication and care pathways post discharge were identified as areas for improvement. Similarly, ambulance and hospital staff highlight […]
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Tackling Alcohol Misuse in NHS Hospitals Resource PackAlcohol misuse places a considerable burden on the NHS and wider society. One in five adults in England drink above the Chief Medical Officer’s safe drinking guidance and 1.6 million people have alcohol dependence. Alcohol contributes to a wide range of mental and physical illness and causes significant social problems for individuals and their families. […]
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Communities of Practice
The HIN is proud to host a variety of dynamic Patient Safety-focussed Communities of Practice (CoP)
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SepsisSepsis is a deadly reaction to infection, occurring when an infection causes the immune system to go into overdrive and cause damage to the body. In England, there is estimated to be 150,000 cases a year, causing 44,000 deaths a year – Research shows that one third of these deaths could be avoided. Early recognition […]
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Stories Behind The BottleStories Behind the Bottle is a compelling training film for frontline NHS staff that aims to reduce the stigma encountered by patients with alcohol problems. Last year our Alcohol theme produced a compelling training film for frontline NHS staff with the aim of reducing the stigma encountered by patients who have an alcohol misuse issue. […]
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Implementing the Integrated Hypoglycaemic Pathway
The Health Innovation Network and London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust worked in partnership to develop and implement an improved referral pathway for people requiring LAS assistance for a hypoglycaemic episode, who are not conveyed to hospital following treatment at the scene. LAS attends approximately 20,000 diabetic emergencies per year. This represents a significant number […]
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IBA Commissioning Toolkit
The Health Innovation Network has produced an Alcohol Identification and Brief Advice (IBA) toolkit to promote the commissioning of alcohol brief interventions. It brings together evidenced based resources, as well as guidance and case studies to help commissioners to commission effectively. The free toolkit aims to support commissioners in a number of ways. For example, […]
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IBA in Primary Care – SMS ProjectAn innovative project to increase access to alcohol interventions through use of SMS text messaging, to reduce alcohol-related harm. Alcohol misuse is one of the leading risk factors for ill health and early mortality, with more than 10 million people in the UK consuming alcohol at harmful levels, costing the NHS more than £3.5 billion […]
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IBA Direct Service EvaluationIn August 2015, an innovative alcohol IBA pilot project was delivered on the streets of Lambeth, south London. Funded by Lambeth Council and Lambeth Clinical Commissioning Group, the project was designed and delivered by Resonant. The Health Innovation Network evaluated the project. The pilot project tested whether alcohol IBA can be delivered to 18 – […]
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Stories Behind the Bottle
While an excellent standard of care is usually provided, people with alcohol problems occasionally still experience judgemental and stigmatising attitudes when seeking health care in the NHS. A small grant was obtained from Health Education South London (HESL) to develop a staff training resource that would tackle such generalisations, and improve the overall patient experience. […]