Birmingham and Solihull ICS

Together, Birmingham and Solihull have a population of around 1.3 million, with dramatically varying health and social care challenges faced by our different communities.

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Birmingham is Britain’s second largest city. It has a rich tapestry of diversity, with more than 100 spoken languages. It is often referred to as Europe’s youngest city, with more than 40 per cent of the population being under 25.

With an extensive bus, tram and train network it’s easy to travel around Birmingham, as well as being well connected to travel to 90% of the UK in less than four hours.

The city has been significantly redeveloped in recent years, with the centre being transformed to reveal its beautiful historic buildings, as well as brand new landmarks such as Birmingham Library.

Birmingham is known for being a global centre for industry, business and commerce, offering a wealth of opportunities for public sector and private careers.

Solihull, meanwhile, has previously been named as the best place to live in the UK, based on factors such as salaries, disposable household income, and life expectancy. It is considered an affluent area, with a bustling town centre, ample green space, and excellent schools.

It has a relatively older population. Population projections based on the 2014 population estimates indicate the relative ageing of the Solihull population will continue and, by 2033, those aged 65 and over will account for one in four of the borough’s population.

Solihull has an economy comparable with the South East and has seen economic growth at a rate among the highest in England. Given the location of Birmingham Airport, Solihull is also an international gateway.

It has a national reputation for education, choice of quality housing and easy access to leisure and social pursuits within the region.

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Our local challenges

Birmingham and Solihull is one of the most challenged areas for health inequality in the country.
The core challenge for Birmingham and Solihull ICS is that too many people die before they should from causes that are potentially preventable. At the same time, too many people are living for too long in poor health, including many with long-term conditions that could be improved by better management. These gaps exist in both local authority areas.
The main diseases causing inequalities in life expectancy are infant death, lung disease, heart disease and cancer. It is important we also remember the connection between physical and mental health, as mental health issues can also be a cause of potentially preventable death.
We have a globally diverse population, but also one that has significant health needs and inequality.
Our research strategy

Addressing population health and having a better understanding of and responding to health inequalities is a core component of the Birmingham and Solihull digital strategy. A Secure Data Environment will underpin having an effective and valued analytics function, which is one of the strategy’s identified core capabilities.
Our overarching research aim is to improve outcomes in health for all members of our population, with a particular focus on reduction of unwarranted health inequalities.
We will actively promote collaboration of research and delivery. We will ensure a joined-up approach to identification of opportunity, and co-design with communities, supporting local decision making and innovation. We will evaluate intervention to deliver on our aim of improved entire population health with value for the Birmingham and Solihull healthcare pound.
More information

You can read more about the work of Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care System by visiting our website.

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