Prevention
What is prevention?
Prevention is about helping people stay healthy, happy and independent for as long as possible. This means reducing the chances of problems from arising in the first place and, when they do, supporting people to manage them as effectively as possible.
Prevention is as important at seventy years old as it is at age seven. (Source: DHSC – Prevention is better than cure)
Why does it matter?
Early detection saves lives by identifying conditions like cancer, diabetes, or high blood pressure before symptoms appear—often leading to simpler treatment and better outcomes.
The NHS is committed to ensuring equal access to care for all, helping to reduce health inequalities and ensure no one is left behind.
Preventing illness or catching it early is also more cost-effective than managing serious conditions later, benefiting individuals, families, and the healthcare system.
Ultimately, understanding your health empowers you to make informed decisions, take control, and feel more confident about your wellbeing.
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What health issues can be prevented?
Prevention is possible – with the right help, we can avoid or delay the onset of many health conditions.
Partners in prevention: who makes it happen?
An Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together many teams to improve health and reduce unfair differences in care.
What are we doing in Lincolnshire?
We understand that everyone’s needs are different. That’s why our services are tailored to support those most at risk.
Reducing health inequalities
We are working together to reduce health inequalities across the health and care system in Lincolnshire.